Clinical Nurse Manager (uchicago)

Job Description

Department

BSD OBG - Gyn Onc

About the Department

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has 114 clinical providers, providing care at the main hospital in Hyde Park and seven off site locations. We have more than 60,000 outpatient visits, 25,000 ultrasound visits, 2,800 deliveries, and 3,000 gynecological surgeries per year. Teaching, research and the highest quality clinical care are top priorities for the Department. The residency and fellowship programs are highly ranked and have a history of training leaders in healthcare. The Department also has a significant research enterprise, engaging in population health studies, as well as research conducted in wet laboratories on tumor biology, fibroid research, and hypertensive diseases in pregnancy. Additionally, the Section of Family Planning has established a unique research center, CI3, which focuses on reproductive policy and innovations in sexual and reproductive health. A subspecialty within OB/GYN, the Section of Gynecologic Oncology is comprised of 9 attending physicians, 3 physician assistants, 3 chemotherapy nurses, clinical fellows, and support staff. The section provides care in outpatient clinics located in Hyde Park, River East, Orland Park, New Lenox, Arlington Heights, and Schererville, Indiana.

Job Summary

The job has deep knowledge and expertise within a Nursing specialty. Establishes plans for the safe distribution of medications. Uses specialized depth and breadth of experience in Healthcare issues to direct primary health care to patients, in collaboration with consulting physician and multidisciplinary health teams.

This role relies on a deep knowledge and expertise within a Nursing specialty. Establishes plans for the safe distribution of medications. Uses specialized depth and breadth of experience in Healthcare issues to direct primary health care to patients, in collaboration with consulting physician and multidisciplinary health teams. The job has deep knowledge and expertise within a Nursing specialty. Establishes plans for the safe distribution of medications. Uses specialized depth and breadth of experience in Healthcare issues to direct primary health care to patients, in collaboration with consulting physician and multidisciplinary health teams.

Responsibilities

• Provides in-services on complex Phase I trial protocols (e.g. – cell therapy infusions).

• Provides collaborative lead nursing support ONNs at 4 clinical sites.

• Works with clinical trials program physician leadership and UCCCC Clinical Trials Support Office (CTSO) to increase trial accruals, shape trials program development.

• Supports development of clinical standard operating procedures (SOPs) for Gynecology Oncology ONNs and PAs.

• Coordinates clinical trial protocol in-service education for IVTH units at 4 sites (DCAM, Orland Park, Silver Cross, Crown Point).

• Leads work to standardize patient-facing chemotherapy and surgery education; works with PM to facilitate and disseminate education tools via meetings and shared information platform.

• Acts as primary liaison to Hematology Oncology nurse educator, nursing Unit Based Council (UBC) and IVTH leadership at (4) infusion sites related to patient safety and workflow.

• Monitor and makes recommendations to RN workload evaluations.

• Maintains very limited direct patient care ONN clinic support.

• Develops and directs continuing education opportunities and journal clubs for chemotherapy nursing teams.

• Partners in the coordination of new hire onboarding / training for Gynecologic Oncology Nurse Navigators.

• Improves education documentation processes /conducts compliance audits (QOPI standards).

• Leads comprehensive or episodic health assessments. Solves complex problems in patient care and recommends appropriate treatments. Develops patient care plans within clinical nursing practice and medical care protocols and prepares patient health summaries.

• Provides expertise on effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient. Evaluates outcomes of care delivered to patients and initiates changes in the nursing approach accordingly. Develops collaborative practice arrangements.

• Collaborates with and provides expertise to nurses, patients, families, physicians, and community resources for coordination of patient care. Selects appropriate communications approach to achieve desired outcomes of patient care.

• Requires specialized depth of knowledge and skills for professional development. Interprets quality assurance issues on the unit, and recommends best practices. Provides expertise to staff on or off the unit for clinical skills.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Other, Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) - State of Illinois, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics, Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Illinois

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Advanced Nursing degree.

Experience:

• Experience in Gynecologic Oncology.

• Prior experience with clinical trials.

• Specialized depth of knowledge in oncology care, clinical trials operations and regulatory compliance.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Oncology Nurse Certification by the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation.

• Clinical Research Certification.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions.

• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive.

• Demonstrated patient facing clinical excellence, effective leadership and teaching skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.

• Problem-solving.

• Attention to detail.

Working Conditions

• Clinical and administrative office environments.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

Job Family

Healthcare & Medical Services

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$100,000.00 - $140,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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