Staff Nurse- Stead Family Children's Operating Room Weekend Option 60% (F/SAT 1900 - 0730)

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a premier nursing team at an esteemed institution recognized for excellence in patient care. This role as a Staff Nurse in the Operating Room offers a unique opportunity to apply your nursing expertise in a dynamic, family-centered environment. You will be responsible for assessing and addressing patient needs, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the highest quality of care. With a focus on innovation and education, you will thrive in a supportive atmosphere dedicated to transforming healthcare for children. If you're passionate about making a difference in young lives, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement contributions

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Qualifications

• Minimum two years recent OR experience required.
• Current Iowa nursing license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing theory to patient assessment and care.
• Coordinate the continuum of care across various settings.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Baccalaureate in Nursing

Job description

Qualified candidates with a minimum of 2 years of experience may be eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to $10,000.

Position Overview

The Stead Family Children’s Hospital Operating Room is seeking a Staff Nurse to apply nursing theory to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patient responses to health and illness. The role involves assessing patient healthcare preferences and expectations, and collaboratively coordinating the continuum of care across settings. The position follows a standard weekend option schedule of rotating, 12-hour shifts from 3pm on Friday to 7am on Monday.

Key Responsibilities

1. Apply nursing theory to patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation.
2. Assess patient healthcare preferences and expectations.
3. Coordinate the continuum of care across various settings.
4. Develop patient care plans based on individual conditions, age, and socioeconomic factors, prescribing appropriate interventions.
5. Implement care plans, document interventions, and monitor patient and family responses.
6. Collaborate with patients and families to incorporate their contributions into multidisciplinary care plans.
7. Manage transfer and discharge planning throughout the care episode.
8. Follow departmental policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure a safe environment.
9. Adhere to universal precautions.

About UI Health Care

Join Iowa's premier nursing team at the University of Iowa Health Care, an institution recognized three times with Magnet designation for nursing excellence. We offer opportunities for skill advancement in a family-centered, evidence-based, interdisciplinary environment dedicated to excellence, education, and innovation.

Department Details

The Department of Perioperative Services at Stead Family Children’s Hospital provides comprehensive surgical care. Our staff is committed to quality, compassionate service, and embodying UI Health Care’s ICARE core values. We are proud to serve in Iowa’s only nationally ranked children’s hospital, dedicated to transforming medicine and improving children's lives.

Position Details

Percent of Time: 60%

Schedule: Weekend option, Friday and Saturday, 1900-0730, no call required. Holiday work when falling on weekends, excluding additional holiday coverage.

Pay Range: $36,710 to commensurate, excluding inpatient differential of $6,000 annually. Some shifts may be eligible for additional shift differentials. Refer to the UI Health Care SNAHP manual for details. Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 based on experience.

Benefits

• Location: Iowa City, Iowa
• Comprehensive benefits including paid leave, health/dental/life/disability insurance, and retirement contributions.
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Qualifications

Required

• Associate’s Degree, Diploma, Baccalaureate, or higher in Nursing.
• Minimum two years recent OR experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and computer skills.
• Current Iowa nursing license.

Preferred

• Baccalaureate or Master’s in Nursing.
• One or more years of Operating Room experience.
• Enrollment in a BSN program if not yet completed.
• Knowledge of university policies is a plus.

Application Process

Applicants must upload an updated resume/CV. Positions are posted for at least 14 days and may close earlier once filled. Successful candidates will undergo background checks and education verification, with references requested later.

For questions, contact [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Classification: Staff Nurse
• Part-time schedule

Contact

• Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected classes. Assistance for applicants with disabilities is available through designated university contacts.