<p>Employment Type:</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Shift:</p> <p>Day Shift</p> <p>Description:</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Maintains orientation program, which is current with the standards of clinical practice in the Medical Group setting and implements it for all new staff. </li><li>Acts as a liaison between new staff, current employees and the Director </li><li>Develops and coordinates educational activities of the department including continuing education of staff members and orientation of staff to new equipment/procedures. </li><li>Acts as resource person in such areas as policies and procedures, standards and other clinical topics, regulatory requirements (Joint Commission, OSHA) and suggests updates to policies and procedures as needed. </li><li>Acts as professional role model and assists staff (especially preceptors) in professional development. </li><li>Supports and participates in departmental Performance Improvement projects. </li><li>Coordinates BLS, ACLS and PALS training of department staff. </li><li>Coordinates point of care testing competencies for MG staff </li><li>Actively participates in meetings and on inter-, intradepartmental, and external committees as assigned. </li><li>Coordinates and implements plan for competency evaluation of Medical Group staff. </li><li>Routinely performs procedures in the Medical Group area maintaining a high level of visibility and interaction with both staff and physicians. </li><li>Serves as a resource and role model in clinical practice </li><li>Participates in the development, implementation and review of policies and procedures that guide and support the Medical Group </li></ul> <p>MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:</p> <ul> <li>Possession of a current or compact state license as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa. </li><li>Bachelor's Degree preferred </li><li>Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers </li><li>Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire. </li></ul> <p>Our Commitment</p> <p>Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.</p>