Behavioral Health Nurse Salary in Iowa City, IA

The University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics Care Coordination Division is seeking a Social Worker III to work within Behavioral Health. This position will provide direct social work services including assessment, treatment, interventions and recommendations to facilitate movement through the continuum of care to patients and their families. Participate in and provide the social work perspective to interdisciplinary activities. Provide social work treatment, individually or in groups, to patients and clients and their families with complex emotional or social problems. Assume basic consultation, supervisory, teaching, research, program development and/or administrative responsibilities in this assignment. This position does not supervise others. Responsibilities to include: Responsibility: Develops and implements plan of care, responsive to patient/family concerns, health care status, available resources, age-specific problems, and clinical impressions. Identifies patients requiring social work intervention through use of case finding. Performs social work assessments with patient and/or family involvement. Develops clinical impressions and rates severity of problems for planned interventions. Develops plan for social work services that reflect identified problems and incorporate age-related issues. Demonstrates knowledge of the impact of diagnosis on psychosocial issues. Develops plans with patient and/or family. Adjusts the treatment plan specific to age- and diagnosis-related issues. Processes and interpret data to insure timely and appropriate delivery of care. Participates in physician/interdisciplinary rounds as indicated. Provides range of social work services responsive to identified problems (e.g., help with psychosocial functioning, help with adaptation to illness, facilitating services, protective services, post-hospital planning, etc.). Helps patient and/or family identify their personal and interpersonal resources and uses variety of techniques to assist patient and/or family in reaching maximum physical, psychological and social potential. Demonstrates respect for all members of the University community in the course of performing duties, and in response to administrators, supervisors, coworkers and customers. Responsibility: Provides liaison and referral services to hospital resources and community agencies. Coordinates and provides liaison and referral services to hospital resources and community agencies in assessment and service to patients. Demonstrates knowledge of hospital and community resources for age- and diagnosis-related issues. Demonstrates knowledge of entitlement and categorical programs for age- and diagnosis-related issues. Provides and interprets information to patients and families regarding resources and application procedures. Communicates with resources and agencies regarding patient status and progress. Clarifies and negotiates continued reimbursement for patient care when the plan of care exceeds health benefit coverage limitations. Collaborates and communicates with health care providers from external agencies to assist the facilitation of a smooth transfer to and from the hospital setting. Represents the interests of the University and of Care Coordination leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within departmental goals and budgets; strives to promote continual process and quality improvement. Responsibility: Develops and facilitates groups for patients and/or significant others as appropriate. Identifies goals and structure for group work services. Provides therapy, educational, and/or support group services reflecting diagnosis- and age-related issues. Evaluates effectiveness of group and revises as necessary. Responsibility: Develops working relationship with patient and/or family (e.g., engagement, collaboration, advocacy, problem solving, etc.). Uses social work body of knowledge & understanding of human behavior to remedy case-related issues. Establishes rapport with patients and/or families. Advocates for patient and/or family, to help them cope with demands and stresses of treatment. Communicates with patients and families regarding patient status and progress. Follows through with plans. Responsibility: Provides information, consultation and professional support to interdisciplinary team members. Provides information to team members regarding psychosocial issues and their impact. Identifies person-in-environment issues for team members. Informs team members of social work treatment goals and patient status and progress and collaborates with team regarding service provision. Acts as resource for team (e.g., participates in patient care rounds, team conferences, etc.) Assists team members in dealing with patient care and work-related challenges. Advocates for the social work role with health care team members. Negotiates and mediates among team members. Uses body of social work knowledge & understanding of human behavior to remedy team-related issues and help team members evaluate and enhance team functioning. Identifies and communicates opportunities for service/program development. Participates in the development of multidisciplinary tools to facilitate achievement of desired outcomes (e.g., care maps, protocols). Welcomes the richness of talent from a diverse workforce and recognizes that diversity brings stimulation, challenge, and energy that contribute to a productive and effective workplace. Responsibility: Documents according to departmental policies and procedures. Writes reports covering services provided and plans made, for inclusion in patients' medical records (standardized assessment, brief service notes, progress notes, group notes, discharge summary). Completes statistical reports. Completes documentation and statistical reports within established time frames. Documents relevant information in concise and clear manner. Completes appropriate paperwork or documentation (Patient Discharge Referral Data) for facility placements. Responsibility: Complies with required standards for medical/legal reporting situations. Adheres to mandatory reporting requirements for cases of suspected child or dependent adult abuse. Complies with procedures and regulations when serving as applicant for involuntary mental health or substance abuse commitments. Complies with procedures for other medical/legal situations (e.g., HIV, domestic violence, advance directives, etc.). Responsibility: Performs other projects and tasks as assigned. Completes other projects or tasks within agreed-upon time. Devotes at least 75% time to direct service (patient-related) activities. Responsibility: Participates in and utilizes supervision to assess skill level, identify areas for professional growth and establish mutually agreed-upon goals. Uses supervision when needed and prepares for supervisory sessions. Incorporates feedback into performance. Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and development by developing mechanisms to evaluate practice. Identifies and pursues opportunities for professional development. Maintains required skills in mandatory competencies. Seeks opportunities to enhance own professional knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development. Responsibility: Contributes to strengthening the social work profession. Participates in local, regional, state or national social work or health care-related groups. Contributes to the development, strengthening and delivery of needed health and social services. Participates in departmental and unit-based activities. Responsibility: Demonstrates initiative and provides leadership in developing services that respond to patient care demands and regulatory standards. Identifies problems/opportunities and sets goals for service development. Identifies opportunities to enhance the social work and continuum of care management role. Involves other disciplines and implements plans. Evaluates outcome of service development. Monitor and analyze variances in processes of care. Identifies performance improvement opportunities and assists with implementation of performance improvement plans for assigned programs or patient populations. Utilizes information systems to review data and report on specific performance measures. Identifies, conducts and documents research. Responsibility: Provides informal and formal teaching to staff and other health professionals. Participates in instruction of students (e.g., course faculty, practicum instructor, Essentials of Social Work presenter, Committee on Education of Students). Provides training and supervision to students, staff, or volunteers. Delegates responsibility based on demonstrated skill and adjusts supervision level to needs and progress. Conducts education and teaching of staff related to patients' and/or families' psychosocial needs. Orients new staff to social work and continuum of care management role. Presents at professional conferences and workshops. Assesses learning needs and provides educational programs for hospital personnel and patients and families regarding continuum of care management. ADDENDUM - Additional Responsibilities and Standards for specialty areas Behavioral Health and Partial Hospitalization Responsibility: Understands and applies recovery principles to all aspects of care Includes identification of unique needs, strengths and assets in patient assessments. Includes in individualized treatment plans: goals that reflect patient/family participation, strategies to support/build on patient strengths, assets and goals, strategies that will help patient and all staff minimize the use of coercive interventions. Involves family/support system in care to the extent possible by: encouraging visitation, allowing participation in assessment, treatment planning, education and discharge planning, communicating an understanding of the impact of mental illness on families, therapeutic approaches to explore and possibly reduce patient reluctance to involve family/support system. Develops and facilitates groups for chemical dependency/partial hospitalization patients and/or significant others as appropriate. Characterizes interactions with others in all work settings by: respectful, person-centered language, recovery-enhancing relationships with patients, conversations that communicate an understanding of the impact of stigma, discrimination and social isolation, and attempts to reduce it. University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.® Our primary and specialty care is provided by experts from all medical specialties, attracting patients from around the world. We offer our care in convenient, comfortable settings, using the most advanced approaches and with the best outcomes as our goal. Percent of Time: 100%Schedule: Day shifts, 8-hour shifts, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Occasional holiday and weekend coverage. Pay Grade: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans For more information about Why Iowa?, click here Required Qualifications for SW III Master's degree with a major concentration in social work 6 months-1 year of clinical social work experience A license to practice social work in Iowa Excellent written and verbal communication skill Desirable Qualifications for SW III Some familiarity with social work undergraduate education Social work experience in a health care setting with the appropriate patient population and their families. Experience with identifying and navigating financial resources, including insurance coverage options, changes related to the federal and state health programs, and the disability process. Experience working with community resources, home healthcare, nursing facilities and other options available for patients in outpatient settings Experience in a fast paced, high volume work environment Care coordination experience or case management skills in a health care setting as part of an interdisciplinary team including experience utilizing an electronic medical record to assist with management of non-adherence, post-care follow-up and referrals to appropriate resources. Position and Application details: In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:• Resume• Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact [email protected] Additional Information Classification Title: Social Worker III Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 7 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Seton Vinsand Contact Email: [email protected]

The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician to provide expert and very specialized practice skills in the area of adult and family psychotherapy, group therapy, and consultations. This position will also be responsible for program development, supervision, teaching and training, research, administration, and public education. Delivery of outpatient services will be at one of the below listed UIHC satellite locations. UI Health Care River Crossing / 3056 River Crossing Court, Riverside, IA 52327 UI Health Care Muscatine / 3465 Mulberry Avenue, Muscatine, IA 52761 UI Health Care North Liberty / 1765 Lininger Lane, North Liberty, IA 52317 UI Health Care Sioux City / 2501 Pierce Street, Sioux City, IA 51104 UI Health Care Peds Associates North Dodge / 1360 N. Dodge St., Suite 1500, Iowa City, IA 52245 UI QuickCare East / 1632 Sycamore Street, Iowa City, IA 52240 UI QuickCare Old Capitol / 201 South Clinton Street, Suite 168, Iowa City, IA 52240 Cedar Falls / 2624 Orchard Drive, Cedar Falls, IA 50613 Bettendorf / 865 Lincoln Road, Bettendorf, IA 52722 Dubuque / 777 Mazzuchelli, Dubuque, IA 52001 The University of Iowa, Department of Psychiatry offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collegial professional environment. As an academic medical center, we highly value diverse learning experiences and we encourage continuing education and training opportunities both internally as well as externally to the University. The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics has been recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States and is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center. We are committed to providing patient-focused care-available to every person, around the clock-in an environment devoted to innovative care, excellent service, and exceptional outcomes. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities• Provide planned and emergent mental health assessments of adult patients presenting with a range of behavioral health complaints and concerns in an outpatient clinic as well as a crisis stabilization unit. • Formulate diagnostic opinions and treatment plans utilizing the criteria of the DSM 5. • Provide individual, family and group psychotherapy services to extremely distressed, highly emotionally charged patients - including those diagnosed with eating disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, serious and persistent mental illnesses, mood disorders, anxiety and bi-polar disorders. • Provide risk assessment for adult self-harm and harm to others. • Differentially provide a wide range of therapeutic interventions including behavior modification, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and interpersonal modalities of treatment. • Collaborate with members of the multi-disciplinary clinic treatment team to implement patient care recommendations. • To comply with standards regarding attendance, documentation, continuous quality improvement, data collection, clinic policies and the Code of Ethics. • To keep current with social work and health care knowledge base and to pursue further enhancements of job-related knowledge. • To provide program development, teaching and research services. • Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public. • Demonstrates respect for all members of the University community in the course of performing one's duties and in response to administrators, supervisors, coworkers, and customers; constructively brings forward workplace concerns to coworkers and/or supervisor. • Welcomes the richness of talent from a diverse workforce and recognizes that diversity brings stimulation, challenge, and energy that contribute to a productive and effective workplace. • Represents the interests of the University and of unit leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within unit goals and budgets; strives to promote continual process and quality improvement. • Seeks opportunities to enhance one's own professional knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to one's current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development. Percent of Time: 50-100%, full timeStaff Type: Professional and ScientificRequired Education and CertificationsA Master's degree in Counseling or a related field is required. Must be licensed as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the State of Iowa by time of hire. Required Qualifications Minimum 3-5 years Behavioral Health experience which includes experience in adult outpatient behavioral health care setting and providing psychotherapy services to patients and families on assigned clinical areas. Demonstrated experience with evidence-based practices including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Demonstrated experience collaborating as part of multi-disciplinary care teams, including ability to effect change and resolve recalcitrant problems. Must be able to attend initial onsite trainings in Iowa City and Coralville. Desirable Qualifications Extensive experience providing evidenced based treatment for adults, and families is required (e.g., Cognitive behavioral, parent management training, interpersonal psychotherapy, and / or dialectical behavior psychotherapies). Experience providing planned and emergent assessments of patients presenting with a wide range of behavioral health complaints and concerns in adult inpatient and outpatient clinic settings. Experience formulating diagnostic opinions and treatment plans utilizing the criteria of the DSM 5. Experience providing individual, family, and group psychotherapy. Advanced graduate education and/or continuing education related to advanced behavioral health practice is desirable. Ability to provide a wide range of therapeutic interventions including behavior modification, cognitive behavioral therapy, and interpersonal modalities of treatment. Expertise in Iowa abuse / neglect law. Application ProcessIn order to be considered, applicants must upload a Cover Letter and Resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.Professional references will be required at a later time in the recruitment process. For more information, contact [email protected] .Additional Information Classification Title: Behavioral Hlth Clinician Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 4A Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Lori Posey Contact Email: [email protected]

The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician to provide very specialized therapy services as part of the Interventional Psychiatry team. This position will be part of a multidisciplinary team, providing therapeutic intervention according to a specific treatment protocol. The medical providers on the team will oversee delivery of deep brain stimulation and transcranial magnetic stimulation, which are both used for treating patients with medication-refractory OCD and are a growing subspecialty field of Psychiatry. This position will also provide general psychotherapy services in the Adult Psychiatry outpatient clinic including specialized outpatient treatment of adults with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). The University of Iowa, Department of Psychiatry offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collegial professional environment. As an academic medical center, we highly value diverse learning experiences and we encourage continuing education and training opportunities both internally as well as externally to the University. The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics has been recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States and is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center. We are committed to providing patient-focused care-available to every person, around the clock-in an environment devoted to innovative care, excellent service, and exceptional outcomes.Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities• Provide diagnostic evaluation, evidence based intervention, and treatment planning to adults with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Design, oversee, and manage the psychotherapy component of the transcranial magnetic stimulation treatment protocol in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team • Work with members of the Interventional Psychiatry team to coordinate care for patients involved in the OCD treatment program, which includes regularly attending a weekly interventional psychiatry treatment planning session • Provide diagnostic evaluation, evidence based intervention, and treatment planning to adults with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and other referral concerns in the general setting of the adult outpatient clinic • Differentially provide a range of therapeutic interventions with expertise in behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapy • If not already certified in evidence based behavioral treatment of OCD, clinician will pursue additional training and supervision to develop expertise in OCD treatment during the first year of employment • Collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary treatment team to implement patient care recommendations. • Comply with standards regarding attendance, documentation, continuous quality improvement, data collection, clinic policies and the Code of Ethics. • Keep current with social work and health care knowledge base and to pursue further enhancements of job-related knowledge. • Provide program development and training to meet patient and family needs. • Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public. • Demonstrate respect for all members of the University community in the course of performing one's duties and in response to administrators, supervisors, coworkers, and customers; constructively brings forward workplace concerns to coworkers and/or supervisor. • Welcome the richness of talent from a diverse workforce and recognizes that diversity brings stimulation, challenge, and energy that contribute to a productive and effective workplace. • Represent the interests of the University and of unit leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within unit goals and budgets; strive to promote continual process and quality improvement. • Seek opportunities to enhance one's own professional knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to one's current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development. Percent of Time: 50-100% Staff Type: Professional and Scientific Education and Licensure A Master's degree in Counseling or a related field. Must be licensed as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the State of Iowa by time of hire.Required Qualifications Minimum 3-5 years behavioral health experience which includes experience with adults with OCD and anxiety disorders Demonstrated experience with evidence-based practices. Experience with providing adult psychotherapy Experience formulating diagnostic opinions and treatment plans utilizing the criteria of the DSM 5 Excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated experience collaborating as part of interdisciplinary care teams, including ability to effect change and resolve recalcitrant problems. Application ProcessIn order to be considered, applicants must upload a Cover Letter and Resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.Professional references will be required at a later time in the recruitment process. For more information, contact [email protected] .Additional Information Classification Title: Behavioral Hlth Clinician Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 4A Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Lori Posey Contact Email: [email protected]

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Nurse Clinician to function as a clinical expert and care coordinator for patients seeking recovery with a substance use disorder through the he UI Addiction & Recovery Collaborative (UI ARC). This nurse will collaborate with physicians, patients, families, and frontline teams across the UIHC enterprise. Additionally, this nurse will provide education, point of contact, triage, and continuity of care for patients receiving addiction treatment and/or recovery services from UI ARC (including inpatient, outpatient, and outreach services).Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities• Participates as a team member on the Addiction Medicine Consult Service, to provide initial and ongoing nursing assessment, patient education, family education, and care coordination.• Collaborates care with other healthcare providers to discuss, assess, and resolve patient issues.• Develops and coordinates patient care plans based on patient condition, age, and psychological, educational, and social determinants of health. • Incorporates patient-centered care, shared decision making, and harm reduction principles to support patients with substance use disorder, at all points along the recovery continuum.• Identifies and coordinates interventions and resources to support patient goals and desired outcomes. • Implements patient care plan according to patient priorities, which includes interventions identified through nursing diagnoses. Documents/reports interventions and patient/family response. • Administers injectable medications for the treatment of addictions.• Collaboratively coordinates the continuum of care across settings. • Serves as an advocate and liaison for patients after discharge, to facilitate successful transition to the next phase of substance use disorder treatment. • Monitors EPIC Pool, shared email inboxes, and shared voicemail folders. Communicates with patient as needed on all requests submitted to UI ARC. • Coordinates and leads support groups for individuals in recovery from substance use disorder.• Participates in the development of policies, procedures, and protocols. • Participates in formal and informal teaching with health care students. • Serves as a preceptor for nursing students as directed. • Participates in research utilization activities and integrates research findings into practice.• Performs other duties as assigned.Classification Title: Nurse Clinician, PD14Staff Type: SEIU, Allied Health ProfessionalType of Position: Specified Term, minimum of 12 months with the possibility of extension Percent of time: 100%Required Qualifications• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing is required. • Must hold a current license to practice nursing in Iowa. • At least 3 years of experience in behavioral health nursing• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders or mental health conditions.• Knowledge of harm reduction principles• Demonstrated ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team to achieve care goals and maintain effective working relationship with faculty, staff, and learners.• Must be detailed oriented with evidence of good organizational skills, have good problem-solving skills with the ability to handle challenging or unexpected situations and find effective solutions, and ability to work in a self-directed manner.• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsDesirable Qualifications• Prior experience working with patients in a recovery environment.• Experience providing patient education about substance use disorders, including harm reduction. • Experience using motivational interviewing techniques to assist patients in moving through stages of change.• Experience working with patients in a variety of treatment settings (e.g inpatient, outpatient, community-based settings).• Experience administering long-acting injectable medications.• Experience performing patient triage by phone and/or in person.• Experience using Epic.• Familiarity with University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics nursing policies and procedures.Application ProcessIn order to be considered, applicants must upload a Cover Letter and Resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.Professional references will be required at a later time in the recruitment process. For more information, contact [email protected] . Additional Information Classification Title: Nurse Clinician Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 70 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Lori Posey Contact Email: [email protected]

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Child Health Specialty Clinics (CHSC), is seeking a 60-80% Family Navigator. Position is specified term through June 30, 2025 with strong likelihood of renewal. This position is located in Dubuque, IA. Position Responsibilities: The Family Navigator is a professional staff member who is also the parent or primary caregiver of a child or youth with special health care needs. The Family Navigator partners with families to identify and prioritize family needs; identifies and facilitates access to community services, including overcoming barriers to accessing services; models and coaches healthy coping strategies; promotes family strengths, advocacy skills and the right to self-determination; and provides emotional support by listening to concerns and sharing experiences. Position Responsibilities Develops and maintains positive and productive relationships with families by maintaining regular contact with and ensuring families are knowledgeable about service options as their child grows and changes.Develops and maintains positive and collaborative relationships with service agencies and providers, parent-to-parent networks, and support groups. Works collaboratively with all providers and community partners to meet the needs of the families.Coordinates services across agencies, and advances services. With further training, may facilitate trainings, educational presentations, and share family stories.Maintains and expands knowledge base about community, state, national resources, and services. Advocates for the family voice within the Division and with other service agencies and providers. Coaches families on how to partner with service providers and make decisions about their child's care.Assists families to identify and prioritize goals along with supporting the family in implementing their goals.Provides emotional support and shares self-care techniques along with identifying resources that promote self-care. Coaches families on developing advocacy skills, empowerment strategies, and preparing for meetings. This assistance could occasionally include meeting with families at an offsite location.Assists families as needed in applying for specific programs including assisting families in completing applications for services and obtaining assistance from agencies and programs selected by families. Serves as liaison between families and service providers.Provides services within Family Navigator Scope of Practice and seeks the services of licensed staff members when needed.Practices trauma-informed care in services to families.Assists families in planning for youth transition to adulthood.Achieves and maintains Family Peer Support Specialist certification through the Iowa Board of Certification.Provides timely, accurate documentation of Family Navigator activities.Provides outreach to community partners to bring awareness of services provided through Child Health Specialty Clinics.Supports families of children and youth with special health care needs across multiple programs and service areas.Maintains a designated work schedule.Performs all other duties as assigned.Percent of Time: 60-80% Location:, Dubuque, IASalary: Minimum $22,241.40; Maximum $31,419.60Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.® Child Health Specialty Clinics is a community-based public health agency that serves children and youth, birth through 21, who live in Iowa and have or are at an increased risk for a chronic condition, and have a need for special services. Chronic conditions can include physical, developmental, behavioral and or emotional issues. Services are provided through family to family support, care coordination and clinical services. Child Health Specialty Clinics is committed to health equity by ensuring Iowa's children and youth with special health care needs have access to health care that provides equal opportunity for health and well-being. Required Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience as a parent or primary care giver managing the care of a child or youth with a special health care need. Experience working with community partners and resources for children with special health care needs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and work as a cooperative team member. Proficiency in computer software applications, including demonstrated experience in using email and using the Internet for locating resources. Ability to travel in surrounding geographic area and hold a valid driver's license, plus the ability to meet the University of Iowa Fleet Safety Program driving standards (University of Iowa Operations Manual Part V, Chapter 19. Desired Qualifications: Experience serving in an advocacy role for families with a child with a special health care need.Previous experience that demonstrates leadership skills.Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on closing date. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. For additional questions, contact Lisa Dismang at [email protected] Information Classification Title: Behavioral Health Coordinator Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific Schedule: Part-time Compensation Pay Level: 2A Starting Salary Minimum: 22,241.40 Starting Salary Maximum: 31,419.60 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Lisa Dismang Contact Email: [email protected]

The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is looking for an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, interpret findings, and treat patients with complex behavioral health and/or physical dysfunctions in an acute care setting. The patient population includes a caseload mix of adolescents and adults with complex behavioral health/psychosocial needs in which the provision of care is completed in both a one to one and group setting. Provides quality patient care, evaluation, assessment, and treatment appropriate for patients' needs. Evaluates and instructs patients in appropriate treatment plans to achieve treatment goals. Participates in divisional quality/process improvement activities and recommends opportunities for improvement in service quality. Attends and participates in educational programs and provides educational experiences as assigned. Demonstrates respect for all members of the University community while performing one's duties and in response to administrators, supervisors, coworkers, and customers. Welcomes the richness of talent from a diverse workforce and recognizes that diversity brings stimulation, challenge, and energy that contribute to a productive and effective workplace. Represents the interests of the University of a Unit Leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within unit goals and budgets; strives to promote continual process and quality improvement. Seeks opportunities to enhance one's own professional knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to one's current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development. Performs special projects and tasks as assigned. The department intends to hire one person from either Occupational Therapist, requisition 24002375 Senior Occupational Therapist, requisition 24002376, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both. University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®Percent of Time: 100% Pay Grade: 06 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans For more information about Why Iowa?, click here Required Qualifications: A minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy is required Entry level experience in acute care hospital setting Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required Licenses/ Certifications: Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required Desirable Qualifications: 1-3 years of experience in Occupational Therapy Skilled in providing direct patient care within acute care or outpatient settings, with a focus on behavioral health/mental health populations. Demonstrates leadership abilities. Demonstrates experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team. Job related experience with and/or commitment to service excellence. Application Process: To be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. With additional questions, please reach out to Carol Seaman at [email protected]. Additional Information Classification Title: Occupational Therapist Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 06 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Carol Seaman Contact Email: [email protected]

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Rehabilitation Therapies is seeking an 80% Rehabilitation Therapy Aide to work under the supervision of a behavioral health occupational therapist (OT) and recreational therapist (RT), and to perform designated tasks to assist in services provided by the Department of Rehabilitation Therapies. This position will have daytime hours during the week, generally 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday. Assists in preparing and maintaining a safe, clean patient care environment Assists in preparing designated patient (s) for therapy intervention including taking patients on and/or off units for group(s) Assist patients as directed during group Reports potential patient-related situations and any other pertinent information to the supervising therapist Monitor and report behavior patterns of individual patients and groups of patients Retrieve/return from parking area, the hospital car/van used for transporting patients into the community Performs general clerical/office duties as assigned Performs other tasks as assigned Collaboration and Embracing Diversity: Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals from varied cultures, race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity Positive Impact/Achieving Results: Ability to utilize existing resources and learning to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals/needs. Able to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations while producing results Service Excellence/Customer Focus: Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers The tasks listed are examples of the variety and general nature of duties performed by employees in positions allocated in this class. The list is descriptive only and should be used for no other purpose. It is not intended that any position include every duty listed nor is it intended that related duties cannot be required.University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®Percent of Time: 80% Schedule: 8:00-4:30 pm Monday thru Thursday Pay Grade: 03 https://hr.uiowa.edu/future-dated-merit-pay-plan Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans For more information about Why Iowa?, click here Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Ability to read, write, and follow instructions License/ Certifications: Driver's License and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Guidelines Desirable Qualifications: Ability to communicate with others Ability to maintain patient confidentiality Experience in working with an occupational therapist and/or recreational therapist Experience in direct patient care to inpatient and/or outpatient psychiatric patients Experience assisting inpatients in functional activities (getting in/out of bed, transferring, walking) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training Application Process: Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. For questions, contact Carol Seaman at [email protected]. Additional Information Classification Title: Rehabilitation Therapy Aide Appointment Type: Merit Schedule: Part-time Compensation Pay Level: 03 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Carol Seaman Contact Email: [email protected]

The University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide overall medical care and provide medical management for patients, exercising autonomy in medical decision-making and services provided, in the hospital's inpatient Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This individual will function independently and/or as a member of an interdisciplinary team to plan, deliver, and evaluate health care for the inpatient NICU population at the only Level 4 NICU in the state of Iowa. The extensive focus is caring for hospitalized patients to manage care and length of stay, improve resource utilization and decrease costs to patients and the institution while providing personalized care on 24/7 basis. Duties to include: Assess the patient's health status by means of history taking, physical examination, laboratory studies, and any additional means that are determined to be appropriate, including, but not limited to, performance of the following procedures: PICC lines, umbilical lines, intubations, and lumbar punctures. Plans and communicates treatment programs relating to the health aspects of the patient's needs. Recognizes, discriminates, and manages acute illness, chronic conditions, and disabilities. Determines and facilitates referral and consultation needs in a timely manner. Completes medicine documentation and billing procedures according to institutional and departmental guidelines. Integrates health information into the diagnoses and treatment plan for each patient and may assist the patient and family in the implementation of the plan in the community. Provides an ongoing health education program for patients and their families, utilizing all available media. Initiates therapeutic measures using independent judgment according to recognized clinical guidelines. Completes human resource, outreach, and other administrative paperwork. Participates in the instruction and supervision of trainees. Functions as a member of an inter-disciplinary team. Performs other projects as assigned. Assumes responsibility for supervisory and administrative activities and special projects as delegated by the Nurse Practice Supervisor/Medical Director. Ability to synthesize scientific, behavioral, and humanistic principles for application to clinical practice at the advanced nurse practitioner level. Understands nursing theory, pathophysiology, and pharmacokinetics with ability to perform patient and family assessment by means of an appropriately comprehensive history and physical examination, develop differential diagnosis based on history, physical and interpretation of appropriately ordered tests and evaluations, develop a plan of care and implement treatment including referrals and prescriptions, and evaluate patient responses to health, illness and treatment. Knowledge of and ability to document/report interventions and patient/family responses. Ability to identify patient/family/community care and education needs. Develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care plan, coordinating care as indicated with referral and consultation resources, community support agencies, schools, and local primary care providers. Knowledge of research activities, research findings, and quality improvement principles related to patient outcomes with ability to participate in development and implementation of such activities. Understands the Nurse Practice Act, including ARNP components. Ability to utilize therapeutic communication skills to provide counseling to patients and families. Expertise in the common diagnosis and healthcare needs of patients they see. Ability to act as a resource person to others on topics related to healthcare. Ability to perform technical skill defined by collaborative practice agreement according to Iowa Board of Nursing, and UIHC standards. Ability to function as an independent practitioner within guidelines of the collaborative practice agreement, Iowa Board of Nursing, and UIHC standards. For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.Required Qualifications: A master's degree in nursing is required. A Current RN license from the State of Iowa is required. A Current ARNP license from the State of Iowa is required. Two years' experience in neonatology is required. National certification as NNP (national exam) is required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Desirable Qualifications: Demonstrated Level III/IV NICU experience. Demonstrated clinical excellence through published articles and/or clinical presentations. Demonstrated experience providing overall medical care and provide medical management for patients in an inpatient setting. Demonstrated experience exercising autonomy in medical decision-making and services provided. Demonstrated experience managing length of stay, improve resource utilization and decrease costs to patients and the institution while providing personalized care. Position and Application details: In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission: Resume Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact [email protected]. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.Additional Information Classification Title: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full-time Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation Pay Level: 13 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Pediatrics Human Resources Contact Email: [email protected]

Sign-on incentive: Candidates are eligible for a sign on incentive of up to $12,500 based on experience The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Nursing is seeking a Staff Nurse to perform specific tasks to assist members of the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager. Characteristic Duties of our Staff Nurses include but are not limited to: Applies nursing theory to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patient responses to health and illness Assesses patient health care preferences and expectations Collaboratively coordinates the continuum of care across settings Develops patient care plan based on patient condition, age, and psychological, educational, and socioeconomic conditions that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes Implements patient care plan according to patient priorities, which includes interventions identified through nursing diagnoses. Documents/reports interventions and patient/family response Collaborates and integrates contributions of patients and families into multidisciplinary patient care plan Develops, coordinates and implements transfer/discharge planning throughout episode of care Implements nursing interventions according to department, division, and/or unit policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. Follows universal precautions Percent of Time: 60%Schedule: 24 hours per week, weekend option nightsSalary: $36,000 to commensurate (not including inpatient or shift differential)SEIU Pay Plan: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-planPay Differentials: Shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Premium pay for additional shifts greater than 4 hours. Inpatient differential of $5,000 per year Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits Relocation Assistant available to qualified applicants. For more information about Why Iowa?, click hereEducation Required: An Associate's Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required. Experience Requirements: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions General computer skills are required Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hire Desirable Qualifications: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Masters Degree in Nursing is highly desired If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable Previous RN experience in a Psychiatric and Medical Hospital Unit Please attach a resume as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Lindsey Fudge at [email protected] Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Additional Information Classification Title: Staff Nurse Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Part-time Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation Pay Level: 52 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Lindsey Fudge Contact Email: [email protected]

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics Department of Nursing Services and Patient Care is seeking a Nursing Practice Leader (NPL) to support and lead nursing in the Behavioral Health Sciences Division. Position Summary: This Nursing Practice Leader is an expert nurse clinician. The NPL demonstrates an advanced level of policy/guideline understanding related to clinical practice, sound clinical judgment and competency, understanding of clinical workflows, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, experience in supporting the policies/guidelines and workflows surrounding timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development, current practice trends and competency validation. This position will include occasional off shifts, on call shared within team. University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.® Percent of Time: 100%Schedule: Monday through Friday business hours, with rare exception for professional development functions. Location: Main Campus Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. For more information click here For more information about Why Iowa? click here Required Qualifications: Master's or Doctorate Degree in Nursing; if Master's degree is in a related field, Baccalaureate in Nursing is required Current license to practice nursing in Iowa Minimum 3-5 years clinical experience in a health care environment preferably in a large medical center or teaching hospital. Previous Behavioral Health Experience Proven project management skills: ability to coordinate activities and projects across departments, time management, organization of workload, analytical decision-making skills, attention to detail, and thoroughness. Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite of products (such as Outlook, Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint). Experience working independently with a strong focus on customer service. Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. Desired Qualifications: Professional certification in relevant leadership or clinical specialty; if not certified will obtain within the 1st year Clinical practice experience at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Experience using Epic in an ambulatory or hospital setting. 1-3 years of experience contributing to a clinical information system implementation cycle through areas such as design, workflow analysis, build, training, implementation, and support in an ambulatory or hospital setting. Ability to assess learning needs and match to the most effective education methods. Experience authoring training materials and leading training sessions in a variety of formats. Member/involvement in professional organizations Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Lindsey Fudge at [email protected]. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.Additional Information Classification Title: Nursing Practice Leader Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific Schedule: Full-time Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation Pay Level: 5B Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Lindsey Fudge Contact Email: [email protected]