Nurse Administrator (0066)

The person in this position will be responsible for all day-to-day operations and clinical activity for the Department of Neurology. This position will direct and support clinic staff in this department and in all patient care activities and act as the lead nurse in representing the Department.

Sign-On Bonus: Now offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year employment commitment for candidates identified for hire before March 31st, 2026!

Administrative: 30%

1. Identifies and recommends resource needs within the Department, including staffing levels, space and equipment and employee training programs providing justification for same to the Department Administrators.
2. Directs and evaluates effectiveness and ongoing competency under his/her reporting line including the overall structure and function of people and resources.
3. In conjunction with the Neurology Leadership Team identifies goals and vision for the Department and develops plans to achieve.
4. Participates in the development of policies and procedures to ensure that goals and vision are reached, maintain consistency and compliance with SOM SIU Medicine guidelines and, where necessary, hospital affiliation(s) guidelines.
5. Works with the Neurology Leadership Team and clinic management team to develop work unit goals that are consistent with the goals and vision for the department of Neurology.
6. Ensures that goals and vision are communicated to the staff, outlining the role each group plays in achieving those goals. Monitors compliance with and progress towards achieving the goals.
7. Directs reports when/as necessary ensuring that office operations activity is delivered in a high quality, efficient and safe manner.
8. Involves the Assistant to the Chair/Department Administrator and other leadership as necessary with Department activities, meeting regularly to review/solve operational issues, monitor progress towards identified goals and share other relevant information.
9. Represents department in all-related SIU SOM and SIU Medicine standing committees.
10. Works closely with the Assistant to the Chair/Department Administrator and Chair to formulate and plan the strategic direction and tactics of the Department.
11. Regularly attends and participates in meetings as assigned.
12. Manage training of clinical staff
13. Manage Department Alert data weekly and monthly to identify negative or positive trends. Utilize the information to structure Departmental goals.
14. Supervises and monitors the work of clinic staff to ensure that patient care is delivered in a high quality and efficient manner directing reports when/as necessary.
15. Serves as recruitment ambassador for Department. Attends all Interviews and coordinates, orientation and training of staff and conducting staff meetings to ensure timely presentation of departmental, or SIU Medicine information. Involves other department leadership and/or Human Resources as appropriate.
16. Serves as a clinical resource to clerical and ancillary personnel for all Neurology clinics.
17. Attends in-service classes and other meetings as directed and as deemed necessary; suggests ideas for in-service training and improving patient education for all clinics.
18. Supervises nursing care delivery for all Neurology clinics ensuring that the patient care delivered benefits the patient and meets the individual physician/nurse practitioner/physician assistant's expectations.
19. Monitors the quality of work and services performed by Neurology clinic staff ensuring functions are performed according to policies and procedures.
20. Performs evaluations, approves sick/vacation time, completes payroll/timesheets, assesses need for compensatory time, and participates in the disciplinary process as required.
21. Provides oversight, correction, and mitigation of problems that arise in Neurology clinic (i.e., misunderstanding between staff members, physicians, and/or patients).
22. Providing support and back up as needed for other Neurology Leadership within the Department.
23. Ensures a professional environment is maintained by nursing clinical staff.
24. Ensures that all areas of clinic and equipment used are clean, organized and safely stored according to policy and procedure.
25. Advises medical office coordinator on appropriateness of patient appointments and clinic schedule efficiency.
26. Makes daily assignments for nursing and clinical support staff.

Clinical Duties: 70%

1. Provides back up in clinical operations.
2. Serves as a resource for clinical operations. Understand the work of both nursing and clinical support staff.
3. Provides nursing support to physician/nurse practitioner/physician assistant(s).
4. Demonstrates clinical competence in carrying out patient care duties specific to assigned areas.
5. Assists physician/nurse practitioner/physician assistant(s) with clinics including but not limited to: preparing patient for examination, testing, and/or procedures; obtaining vital signs and other pertinent information; scheduling and/or explaining procedures/tests to patient and family.
6. Obtains complete health and nursing histories for individuals and families who are patients of the clinic; utilizes this information when providing telephone triaging, direct care and patient education.
7. Documents patient's history, vital signs, and chief complaint in medical record.
8. Interviews patients and their families to determine patient/family dynamics, needs and identification of any contributing factors to illness; guides other staff members in patient teaching; and assists patient's family to participate in patient's teaching plan.
9. Coordinates follow up of outpatient services; facilities scheduling and performance tests and procedures; provides follow up care in conjunction with attending physician/nurse practitioner/physician assistant furnishing information and teaching.
10. Manages acute and/or episodic minor illness of outpatients, and recommends and initiates treatment as indicated.
11. Screens/triages telephone calls from patients and other customers; answers questions using professional knowledge, expertise and nursing judgement, and documents actions in patient chart.
12. Administers medications by appropriate route with consideration for patient safety.
13. Performs laboratory procedures specific to assigned area.
14. Responsible for facilitating efficient patient flow within assigned clinic.
15. Following guidelines/protocols established by physician/nurse practitioner/physician assistant(s), refills medications and documents such in patient chart
16. Identifies specialized patient needs and informs appropriate members of the staff
17. Responsible for and performs any and all LPN/RN functions.
18. Performs other duties as assigned in a professional manner.

Credentials to be Verified by Placement Officer

1. Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois.
2. 1. Bachelor degree in nursing or health related field and 2 years supervisory/administrative experience in a health care field
   OR
   2. Four years of supervisory/administrative experience in a health care field.
3. Two years of work experience as a Registered Professional Nurse.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA's)

1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
2. Ability to work with others as a member of multiple disciplinary team.
3. Strong problem solving abilities.
4. Adaptability
5. Strong working knowledge of and ability to provide excellent customer service.
6. Ability to use independent judgment and initiative.

Condition of Employment
Out of State Applicants that apply to Springfield vacancies in classifications in the occupational area of Professional, Semi-Professional, or Managerial will be subject to the following Condition of Employment: Pursuant to the State University Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date.