Clinical Team Leader-Electrophysiology

UnityPoint Health•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

The Lead RN in the Electrophysiology (EP) Lab plays a vital role in ensuring efficient operations and delivering high-quality patient care. This position provides leadership support, working closely with the Cath Lab Manager and Supervisor to implement care strategies and enhance clinical practices. Key responsibilities include serving as a clinical resource for the healthcare team, actively participating in procedures, and overseeing operational duties. Additionally, this role contributes to process improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing the EP program’s effectiveness and patient outcomes. 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.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or IA Board of Nursing approved nursing program.
Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa
Maintain current BLS certification
Maintain current ACLS or Core certification
Two years of clinical experience in a clinical setting
Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice and an expanded knowledge of current clinical and specialized patient care concepts.
Serves as a resource in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care in the clinical department.
Demonstrates flexibility and self-direction in meeting patient and department needs by responding as a team player.
Will assume a patient care assignment unless on an administrative only day
Incorporates the UnityPoint FOCUS Values into their daily nursing practice.
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.
Participates in department and hospital shared governance infrastructure and performance improvement activities.
Follows up on patient concerns in the absence of the Nurse Manager and Supervisor.
Notifies Nurse Manager or Supervisor of any concerns that have the potential to escalate or lead to Risk Management concerns.
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.
Assist in ordering supplies as needed
Leads and supports process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the EP program.