Administrative Nurse III

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign•Urbana, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Nurse III works under the administrative supervision of the Associate Director for Clinical Support Services and is responsible for developing and supervising nursing services for one or more clinical units. The position is based at the Illini Union Convenient Care location at McKinley Health Center. The role oversees daily unit operations, staffing and personnel matters, safety and infection control, quality improvement, and coordination of nursing and related services. It also collaborates with nursing leadership and Administration on nursing programs, policies, procedures, goals, and continuity of patient-care support services. The position is a 100% full-time Civil Service appointment on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after November 16, 2026. The approved salary range is $80,000 to $85,000 per year. McKinley Health Center provides ambulatory healthcare and health education to students and medical expertise to University leadership. Employees must provide proof of certain immunizations in accordance with CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommendations. This position is not eligible for work-authorization sponsorship.

Requirements

Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
At least two years of professional nursing experience.
At least five years of professional nursing or healthcare-management experience overseeing a unit or department in a healthcare facility, with primary responsibilities such as personnel and performance management. These five years may be concurrent with the classification's minimum qualifications.
Employees must provide proof of certain immunizations according to CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommendations.

Nice To Haves

Seven years of professional nursing or healthcare-management experience overseeing a unit or department in a healthcare facility, with primary responsibilities such as personnel and performance management, scheduling, selection and hiring, infection control, policy development and enforcement, risk management, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of assigned clinical units and respond to procedural questions.
Coordinate and chair unit meetings, including scheduling and agenda preparation.
Inspect units daily and quarterly for safety and infection control.
Maintain unit supplies and equipment and oversee their use and care.
Monitor budget issues and expenditures and work with Administration to remain within established parameters.
Keep Administration informed about clinical-unit needs and problems involving staffing, equipment, supplies, or patient care.
Consult with Administration about use of unit space and equipment; assist with scheduling special appointments, procedures, and clinics.
Support a culture of safety, quality, and risk management, including compliance with ethics.
Coordinate services provided by other professionals with nursing services and, as needed, assist providers and support staff within scope of practice.
Provide direct supervision and daily work assignments for Staff Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Medical Assistants, and assigned clerical staff.
Work with the Associate Director to ensure adequate staffing; review leave requests and make recommendations to Administration and central staffing.
Orient new non-academic personnel to the units and evaluate them during probationary periods; assist with new provider orientation.
Conduct annual performance evaluations for assigned RNs, LPNs, MAs, and clerical staff; counsel staff and provide feedback to the Associate Director.
Work with Administration to initiate and document issues that may require disciplinary action, and participate in staff interviews and selection.
Maintain unit policy and procedure manuals and accurate unit-specific infection-control and safety records.
Develop, implement, and report unit-specific quality-improvement projects to the Assistant Director.
Participate in or chair committees and task forces as assigned by the Director, and prepare reports and studies requested by Administration.
Collaborate with the Associate Director on planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating the general nursing program, including policies, protocols, and procedures.
Work with nursing leadership to develop inter-unit and intra-unit policies and goals, and participate in developing goals and policies related to nursing, patient care, education, and research.
Coordinate activities with other nursing leaders and units to ensure continuity of patient-care support services.
Promote teamwork, collaboration, excellent customer service, and openness to change.
Perform related additional duties as needed to further the mission of the Health Center.