Minimum one year of experience as a registered nurse
Preferred three years of OR nursing or leadership experience
Current Iowa RN license
Current BCLS certification or ability to obtain within three months
Valid driver's license for work-related travel
Responsibilities
Lead daily operations of the Operating Room
Support and mentor nursing and surgical services staff
Promote high-quality, cost-effective patient care
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal surgical outcomes
Assist in direct perioperative nursing care as needed
Champion patient safety and quality improvement initiatives
Develop policies and guidelines for department operations
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Supportive team environment fostering collaboration
Focus on patient-centered care and safety
Access to resources for continuous learning
Participation in interdepartmental projects for skill enhancement
Full Job Description
Overview
Iowa Lutheran Hospital is seeking a Nursing Supervisor for Surgical Services to help lead our Operating Room team and ensure outstanding patient care, staff development, and operational excellence.
In this key leadership role, you'll partner with the Surgical Services team to oversee the daily operations of the Operating Room while fostering a culture of collaboration, quality, and patient-centered care. You'll provide guidance and support to a dedicated team of perioperative professionals, helping them grow while ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and safe surgical services. What You'll Do
Lead and coordinate day-to-day Operating Room operations
Support, mentor, and develop nursing and surgical services staff
Promote high-quality, cost-effective patient care and operational excellence
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize surgical outcomes
Assist in providing direct perioperative nursing care when needed
Champion patient safety, quality improvement, and service excellence
Responsibilities
Integrates the UnityPoint Health Des Moines Nursing Expectations of Performance in all aspects of care delivery and professional practice.
Manages daily operations of patient care. Contributes to the maintenance of high-quality, cost-effective services consistent with the needs of the users and the hospital's budgetary guidelines.
Provides clinical leadership by directing, coordinating, and delegating patient care in an organized manner, allowing for flexibility.
Acts as an interdepartmental liaison promoting effective multidisciplinary teamwork and positive interpersonal relations.
Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Remains competent and available to participate in patient care pertinent to clinical specialty.
Demonstrates personal and professional growth and promotes the same among team members.
Exhibits discretion and sound judgment in all aspects of the job.
Maintains awareness of applicable laws and/or regulations affecting patient care. Remains current on law/regulation changes, recognizes implications to the organization and recommends courses of action to ensure compliance.
Assists in the development of policy/procedure and guidelines for safe, efficient operation of the department as needed.
Assists in developing annual budget and takes appropriate action when appropriate to maintain control of department financial resources.
Implements evidence-based practice strategies to meet the patient care needs. Assists in the achievement of quality improvement objectives and takes necessary modifications for attainment of goals.
Participates in interviews, coaching and evaluation of team member performance with appropriate input. Demonstrates the ability to interpret, apply and follow HR policies/procedures fairly and consistently.
Represents UPHDM in a professional manner. Promotes positive interpersonal relations and serves as a role model within the department and with hospital personnel.
Creates an environment that promotes staff empowerment.
Displays creativity and innovation when making recommendations for improvement in the delivery of services to the hospital.
Can instruct and lead the staff so that a high level of productivity is maintained, intervening when necessary to problem solve.
Demonstrates the ability to be fair and impartial while maintaining a professional relationship.
Consistently utilizes a holistic approach (considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area).
Participates in interdepartmental projects for personal and professional development.
Provides honest, timely and consistent communication while collaborating with staff, physicians & peers.
Publishes a timely, fair, consistent, and impartial staffing schedule that meets the department need.
Supervises, supports, evaluates, and guides staff providing appropriate input for job performance.
Set agendas and run meetings.
Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
One year experience as a registered nurse
Preferred: 3 years OR nursing and/or charge or leadership experience.
License(s)/Certifications:
Current Iowa License as a registered nurse
Current BCLS certification or obtain within 3 months from hire
Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
About UnityPoint Health
UnityPoint Health is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides medical services in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. The organization was formed in 2013 through the merger of Iowa Health System and UnityPoint Health. UnityPoint Health operates hospitals, clinics, and home care services, and offers a range of medical specialties, including cancer care, heart and vascular care, neurology, and pediatrics. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and improving the health of the communities it serves.
