Nurse Manager- MedSurg

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Unit Director to lead nursing operations and coordinate patient care at the unit level. The role involves partnering with physicians, staff, and managers to meet department goals and improve throughput and safety.

Responsibilities include staffing plan development, budget input, staff education, performance feedback, and promoting a culture of safety. A BSN and RN license are required, with CNOR/ACLS/PALS preferred.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in good standing.
• BSN degree or actively pursuing BSN.
• Minimum perioperative RN experience.
• Relevant management experience preferred.
• CNOR or alternative certification preferred.
• ACLS/PALS certifications preferred or obtained within required window.
• BLS certification within 6 weeks of hire.
• Proficiency in English (read/write/speak).
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with staff and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and coordinates nursing activities to support safe, quality care.
• Participate in budgeting, planning, throughput improvements, and patient care management.
• Develop and maintain staffing plans for supervised areas.
• Supervise staff and provide education, orientation and support.
• Lead departments in policy development and adherence to Joint Commission standards.
• Monitor safety and foster a culture of safety at the unit level.
• Coordinate equipment and supply needs for departments supervised.
• Attend management meetings and conduct regular staff huddles.
• Provide staff performance feedback including annual reviews and discipline as needed.
• Assist with interviewing, scheduling, and personnel records as assigned.

Skills

RN licensure (state)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Perioperative nursing experience

Management experience

CNOR (preferred)

ACLS/PALS certifications (preferred)

BLS within 6 weeks

English proficiency

Leadership and team coordination

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provide direct patient care and coordinates nursing activities to facilitate safe, quality patient care at the unit/department level. Acts as a role model and change agent by initiating and accepting changes for improved patient care and cost reductions. Maintains active communication and collaborates with physicians, staff and other managers to meet specialty, departmental and organizational goals. Under the direction of the Director, may assist with other management responsibilities including budget management, planning, increased throughput and patient care management.

CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT

It is the obligation of each employee of Mercy Medical Center to abide by and promote the mission and core values of the Spirit of Mercy.

CORPORATE POLICY STATEMENT

It is the obligation of each employee of Mercy Medical Center to comply with Mercy’s mission, values, standards of conduct, policies, procedures and related practices.

HIPAA SECURITY COMPLIANCE

Security Access: High “Incumbent has access to restricted or confidential patient information and must comply with the terms of the Mercy Medical Center Security Policies as it applies to their job role.”

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• With other managers, participates in the development, implementation and periodical reviews of all policies and procedures that guide and support the assigned services. These include, but are not limited to The Joint Commission requirements, federal and state regulations, regulatory standards, etc.
• Provides support to staff to ensure patients of a positive care experience. Assists with the resolution of patient/family complaints. Escalates issues appropriately to the director or administrative representative.
• Participates in developing and maintaining departmental staffing plan for all areas supervised, detailing appropriate employee classifications and qualifications consistent with the department’s operational plan, projected volumes, patient/acuity and other relevant indicators. Collaborates on a daily basis with other managers to ensure adequate staffing for all areas.
• Supervises assigned staff. Provides and/or coordinates necessary education, orientation and support to the team.
• Provides input in the development of annual operating and capital budgets, monitors and analyzes performance and productivity and implements necessary corrective plans. Utilizes budget information in management decision-making.
• Provides front-line leadership as a resource, mentor, and role model in delivering patient care using a team approach
• Coordinates equipment and supply needs to ensure availability as necessary.
• Attends department meetings, management meetings and others as assigned. Conducts regular staff meetings/huddles.
• Monitors safety compliance and contributes to fostering a culture of safety at the unit level.
• Forms effective work team through communication, team-building skills, coaching and counseling techniques, mentoring, delegation, decisiveness and integrity.
• Supports and participates in departmental performance improvement and quality activities.
• May assist with additional management duties as assigned by the unit/department director, including, but not limited to: Interviewing and hiring of personnel, scheduling of staff, utilization of special pay practices, timekeeping, and maintaining personnel records.
• Provide staff performance feedback including annual reviews and discipline as needed.
• Maintains high level clinical competence to assess patient needs, plan patient care, implement appropriate interventions, and evaluate the effectiveness of patient care delivered to defined patient population.
• Provides orientation/education for staff, students and other hospitals and community organizations as needed. Understands employee competency documentation requirements.
• Performs other responsibilities as requested.

MIMIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Bachelor degree in Nursing, or actively in pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (accepted into a Program and/or currently enrolled). Expected to take at least six credits per year at Unit Director’s discretion for exception.
• Minimum of two (2) years of RN perioperative experience required.
• Management experience preferred.
• Certified Nurse, Operating Room (CNOR) or alternative certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. The acceptable credentialing body is the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified or obtained within six (6) months of hire per department requirements.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified or obtained within six (6) months of hire per department requirements.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory reporter abuse training specific to population served with three (3) months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, knowledge of surgeon needs, procedures and equipment required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with staff, management and physicians required.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.