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The Lead RN provides front-line leadership support as part of the unit management team, at a staff level position. The Lead RN supports the Nurse Manager and unit leadership team in their responsibility for the development, implementation and evaluation of care provided on the patient care department, consistent with the established strategic plan, goals and objectives for Patient Care Services.  May assume a patient care assignment based on department needs.  The Lead RN may serve in an educator role, assisting with coordination of department staff development and orientation processes, and/or charge role.  He/She serves as a clinical resource to other healthcare team members in the designated department. 

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. 

• The associate is aware of hospital and department compliance for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.
• Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or hospital administrative staff.
• Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the hospital’s commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.
• Successfully completes hospital-wide orientation, annual hospital competencies and department/unit specific competencies.
• For the safety of our patients and co-workers, St. Luke’s Hospital requires seasonal and job related vaccinations.  This is reviewed regularly during periodic health assessments.
• Serves as a resource in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care in the clinical department.
• Assists in creating a positive work environment that contributes to safety and positive clinical outcomes.  Supports recruitment and retention of staff to assure an adequate workforce for clinical care.
• Assists in orientation for new staff and student interns by serving as a resource and mentor.  Serves in a preceptor role, as appropriate.
• Demonstrates flexibility and self-direction in meeting patient and department needs by responding as a team player.
• If serving in a charge RN role, evaluates daily staffing needs.  Collaborates with the leadership team to facilitate adjustments that meet the department needs.
• Maintains concurrent department records/documentation for staff development and competencies, as required.
• Participates in mandatory education and department staff meetings, per established guidelines.
• Participates in department and hospital shared governance infrastructure and performance improvement activities.
• Follows up on patient concerns in the absence of the Nurse Manager.  Notifies Nurse Manager or appropriate designee of any concerns that have the potential to escalate or lead to Risk Management concerns.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary to meet the hospital’s mission, “to give the healthcare, we’d like our loved ones to receive.” 

Education

• Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.
• Must have successfully completed an accredited nursing program.
• BSN preferred. 

Qualifications/Experience

• Must possess current RN licensure in the State of Iowa or compact state.
• Two years of clinical experience in a clinical setting preferred, with recognized knowledge and expertise in caring for specific patient populations.
• Ability to participate and/or participate in multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain current BLS certification.
• Must be able to successfully complete basic computer course through in-hospital training; develops and maintains necessary computer skills including Word and Excel.