Nurse Manager of Periop Services - Cedar Falls Medial Center

Trinity Health • Cedar Falls, IA

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About The Position

POSITION PURPOSE The Nurse Leader (NL) is a licensed registered nurse (RN) accountable for leading, managing & advancing people, processes & / or programs that support direct or indirect patient care. The NL promotes & advocates for patients, nurses / colleagues & the practice of nursing as defined by clinical area(s) of expertise & assignment. This role will support the MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center’s OR, PACU, PAT, ASU, Infusion Services, Pain Clinic, and Outpatient Services. FUNCTIONAL ROLE Provides operations & / or optimization leadership to professional & / or frontline staff, supervisors & / or managers; Retains accountability for staff coordination, training, hiring, performance, regulatory compliance & results of assigned department(s); Develops departmental plans, including organizational priorities; Controls resources, effectiveness & policy formation in area of responsibility; Collaborates with larger teams of health professionals to plan for long-term patient care needs. Operations-focus: Directly manages department(s) / service line; Decisions are guided by resource availability as informed by operational need, functional objectives & clinical drivers of department; Responsible for driving outcomes through the daily management of resources; Primarily patient facing Optimization-focus (advance, improve, enhance, leverage): Manages indirect or patient care department / program; Priorities are guided by the operational & clinical needs of patient care areas; Develops plans in concert with Nursing Operations Managers in support of the department functional objectives & clinical drivers where support is assigned. SCHEDULE Full time, 40 hours per week Salary Exempt 8 hour shifts Monday - Friday ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Nurse Manager of Perioperative Services: Upholds and models Trinity Health and MercyOne’s Mission, Vision, and Values in all actions and decisions. Ensures safe, evidence‑based, high‑quality perioperative nursing practice using the full nursing process. Provides transformational leadership to develop, mentor, and support the perioperative team. Manages operations, staffing, resources, and financial stewardship to achieve performance and quality outcomes. Promotes a healing, culturally respectful, patient‑centered environment. Fosters colleague well‑being, continuous learning, teamwork, and a positive work culture. Communicates clearly, listens authentically, and builds trusting relationships with staff, patients, and families. Maintains knowledge of and ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s degree is preferred. Current Iowa RN license, (MercyOne Genesis - current Registered Nurse (RN) license in either Iowa or Illinois is required at the time of hire. A secondary RN license for the other state must be obtained within 12 months of the hire date.) At least two (2) years of relevant clinical nursing experience is required. Relevant supervisory experience is preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required within three (3) months of hire. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter for both Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training is required within six (6) months of hire. Specialty practice certification is preferred. Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health and MercyOne. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Must be able to set and organize own work priorities, and adapt to them as they change frequently. Must be able to work concurrently on a variety of tasks/projects in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles. Must be able to travel to the various MercyOne/Trinity Health sites as needed. Must possess the ability to comply with MercyOne and Trinity Health policies and procedures. At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes: Wellness programs Education reimbursement Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision Paid time off Long- and short-term leave Retirement planning Life insurance coverage MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments: MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa. MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties. Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. Our Commitment 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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license, (MercyOne Genesis - current Registered Nurse (RN) license in either Iowa or Illinois is required at the time of hire. A secondary RN license for the other state must be obtained within 12 months of the hire date.)
• At least two (2) years of relevant clinical nursing experience is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required within three (3) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter for both Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training is required within six (6) months of hire.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health and MercyOne.
• Must be able to set and organize own work priorities, and adapt to them as they change frequently.
• Must be able to work concurrently on a variety of tasks/projects in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.
• Must be able to travel to the various MercyOne/Trinity Health sites as needed.
• Must possess the ability to comply with MercyOne and Trinity Health policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Relevant supervisory experience is preferred.
• Specialty practice certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Upholds and models Trinity Health and MercyOne’s Mission, Vision, and Values in all actions and decisions.
• Ensures safe, evidence‑based, high‑quality perioperative nursing practice using the full nursing process.
• Provides transformational leadership to develop, mentor, and support the perioperative team.
• Manages operations, staffing, resources, and financial stewardship to achieve performance and quality outcomes.
• Promotes a healing, culturally respectful, patient‑centered environment.
• Fosters colleague well‑being, continuous learning, teamwork, and a positive work culture.
• Communicates clearly, listens authentically, and builds trusting relationships with staff, patients, and families.
• Maintains knowledge of and ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Benefits

• Wellness programs
• Education reimbursement
• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retirement planning
• Life insurance coverage
• Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level