Nurse Manager of Periop Services - Cedar Falls Medial ...

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:Nurse Manager of Periop ServicesPOSITION PURPOSEThe 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, Sterile Processing, PACU, PAT, ASU, Infusion Services, Pain Clinic, and Outpatient Services.FUNCTIONAL ROLEProvides 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 FUNCTIONSThe 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. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and bachelor's degree is required. BSN required. Master's degree is preferred. Current Iowa RN license, at least two (2) years of relevant clinical nursing experience is required. Two (2) years of OR experience. 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, ACLS 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. Must be able to lift, bend, sit, stand, push, pull and carry objects of various weight. 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? (drop in plan) Long- and short-term leave? Retirement planning? (403b with employer match) Life insurance coverage? All benefits start day 1 with no waiting period!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 CommitmentRooted 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.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.EOE including disability/veteran

Created: 2026-03-10