Nurse Clinician

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Radiology is seeking a Nurse Clinician Specialist to treat patients through the Interventional Radiology. This individual will incorporate the roles of clinical specialist, educator, consultant, and practitioner as indicated to support and enhance patient care. CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinates patient care to better utilize supportive services through patient visit and possible admission, pre-schedules testing, follows up with test results to both patient and physician, obtains medical history, coordinates follow up visit appointment provides prescriptions, rehabilitation teaching, etc. Independently coordinates and facilitates patient care between multiple disciplines within both the confines of UIHC and the local communities (including home health agencies, referring physicians and other community support services). Rotate through Workflow Coordinator position in the procedural area. Consult directly with physicians, PA-Cs, technologists, and nurses to triage patients and procedures, answer phones and schedule follow-up appointments. Acts as a clinical resource or consultant for specific patient population with regard to the condition requiring radiology intervention. Serves as an educational and clinical resource to patient/family/staff (supports patient/family/ educational activities). Manages and supports Telephone Triage. Collaborates with nursing, medical staff and other health professionals in the development and review of standards, protocols, home care instructions, and in planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care for patients undergoing Interventional procedures. Operates autonomously in communicating with members of the health care team directing patient care and providing continuity of care across settings throughout the phases of care; autonomously communicates with referring physician. Revises patient care regime via the telephone or telemedicine within protocols developed collaboratively. Provides direct nursing care when necessary. Manages clinical visits for patients and assists providers during clinic visits. Follows universal precautions. Performs other special projects and tasks as assigned. Participates in the development and implementation of division/unit quality assessment and improvement program using appropriate risk and quality management data The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities required of individuals performing this job. Percent of Time: 100 Schedule: Primarily Monday - Friday, day shift ; no call, no holidays, no weekends Pay Grade: 7 SEIU Pay Plan: Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans For more information about Why Iowa?, click here Education Requirements Baccalaureate in Nursing with minimum 2 years of recent nursing experience Certification Requirements: Current license to practice nursing in Iowa Basic Life Support/CPR Experience Requirements: Demonstration of commitment to principles of Service Excellence Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well organized and detail oriented Collaborates and develops effective interpersonal relationships with nursing staff, medical staff, interdisciplinary teams, and other hospital departments Demonstrated expertise in specific clinical area of practice required Desired Qualifications: Master's degree in Nursing Experience with interventional radiology patient care/procedures Experience obtaining prior authorization and approval from insurance providers Experience scheduling OR and/or procedural cases Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload Cover Letter and Resume (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. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. For additional questions or concerns, please reach out to Susan Curtis at Additional Information Classification Title: Nurse Clinician Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 7 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Susan Curtis Contact Email: