Overview

The nurse manager has 24 hour accountability and responsibility for a direct care unit or units. The manager is responsible for creating safe, healthy environments that support the work of the health care team and contribute to patient engagement. The manager assists in creating a professional environment where team members are able to contribute to optimal patient outcomes and grow professionally.

Why UnityPoint Health?

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and accountability for the overall performance of assigned inpatient unit(s).
• Establish strategic priorities, goals, and performance standards that support excellence in patient care and staff engagement.
• Monitor and evaluate departmental outcomes, including quality, safety, patient experience, and financial performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Ensure departmental compliance with hospital policies, nursing standards, and regulatory/accreditation requirements (e.g., DNV, CMS).
• Partner with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based care practices.
• Lead initiatives to improve patient safety, care quality, and service delivery across the department.
• Utilize data and performance metrics to guide decision-making and achieve departmental goals.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a skilled nursing workforce to meet patient care needs.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coach staff, and address performance issues in alignment with hospital policy.
• Support professional growth through mentorship, continuing education, and leadership opportunities.
• Oversee departmental budget and resource utilization to ensure sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with leadership on operational and capital planning to support departmental goals.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree Required; qualified candidates with a Bachelor’s degree are eligible but must submit an action plan upon hire. Master’s to be completed within 3 years.

License(s)/Certification(s): Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa. BCLS within 90 days IA Mandabory Reporter- Adult and Child

Experience: Two or more years of progressing leadership positions in the healthcare environment.

Other: Level 2 Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree, pushing or pulling arm or leg controls or maintaining a production rate pace.