Clinical Practice Leader - Outpatient Clinics, Team...

Company: The University of Iowa
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: February 15, 2020

Job Description:

Apply on Company Website Clinical Practice Leader - Outpatient Clinics, Team Based Care University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Posted 2 hours ago Apply on Company Website University of Iowa Health Care is implementing a Team Based Care model in the primary care clinics. This position will work closely with a dedicated implementation team to train staff, assist with implementation as well as maintain and optimize the process once implemented. The position will be 50% patient care and 50% administrative. The Advanced Nursing Practice Coordinator/Supervisor provides leadership in clinical care coordination/specialized nursing care, clinical education and training of clinical staff and health professionals, or use clinical nursing expertise in improving nursing and health care through the management of quality or design of informatics, etc. More specifically, the clinical practice leader (CPL) is an advanced nurse leader and clinician. The CPL is accountable for patient care outcomes through assimilation and application of evidence-based information to design, implement and evaluate patient care. The CPL leads clinical care delivery within a healthcare setting; provides and manages care for individuals and cohorts of patients. The CPL leads and supports a culture of evidence-based practice (EBP); and supervises, develops, and implements EB standards; provides staff education; and facilitates quality and process improvements. The CPL is an expert who oversees the clinical care and focuses on improving patient outcomes and reducing costs. Position Responsibilities: Provide Leadership & Direct Care for Specialized Patient Population - Lead changes in nursing care based on systematic evaluation and evidence-based model. - Assure on-boarding and competency of nursing staff and clinical staff. - Provide specialized patient care. - Maintain and update equipment and supplies used in providing patient care. Specialized Services for Nursing Care - Incorporate findings from research and evidence-based standards/literature into clinical practice. Provide Education - Provide deep level of knowledge of clinical to nurses and other members of the healthcare team; patients and families Compliance with Internal Policies/Procedures and External Regulations - Maintain knowledge of all regulatory and compliance standards for health care environment and specialty service. - Ensure staff understanding and maintenance of regulatory and compliance standards. - Ensure compliance with UI policies and procedures. - Other duties as assigned. Human Resources Management - Supervise care delivery by nursing staff and other members of the health care team. Provide feedback to individuals; and evaluative feedback and recommendations to managers regarding staff member performance. - Facilitate and support growth and development of individual staff members, and team. ICARE Values: - Innovation - We see creative ways to solve problems. - Collaboration - We believe teamwork is the best way to work. - Accountability - We behave ethically, act openly and with integrity in all that we do, taking responsibility for our actions. - Respect - We honor diversity and recognize the worth and dignity of every person. - Excellence - We strive to achieve excellence in all that we do. Required Qualifications: - Master's or Doctorate Degree in Nursing or related field required. If Master's/Doctorate Degree is in related field, Baccalaureate in Nursing required - Current license to practice nursing in Iowa - Considerable clinical experience (minimum 3-5 years) - Demonstrates knowledge and experience with evidence-based practice, quality improvement, staff education and development. - Demonstrates leadership/management skills eg: analytical thinking/problem solving, takes initiative, serves as change agent, and motivates/influences others - Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and collaboration with interdisciplinary team. - Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills - Demonstrates ability to understand and deliver care in a complex and diverse environment - Role models professional practice and has reputation for clinical and service excellence - Demonstrated experience working effectively in a diverse environment - Some travel may be required. Must possess a valid driver's license and meet the requirements of the University of Iowa Fleet Safety Program driving standard (University of Iowa Operations Manual Part V, Chapter 19) - Experience in use of Epic EHR Desired Qualifications: - Leadership experience (3-5 years) - Certification: Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) - Certification by the Commission on Nurse Certification - Member/active participation in professional organization - Experience with Nursing Research - Experience creating/managing microsystems of care Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on 1/29/19. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and education verification. Additional Information - Classification Title: Clinical Practice Leader - Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific - Schedule: Full-time Compensation - Pay Level: 5B - Starting Salary Minimum: $61,546 - Starting Salary Maximum: Commensurate Contact Information - Organization: Healthcare - Contact Name: Kaitlin Luoma - Contact Email:

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