UI Health- Administrative Nurse III (Nurse Manager) - 8E Adolescent Psychiatry (Full-Time, Days)

Hiring Department : 8E Adolescent Psychiatry (Inpatient)

Location : Main Hospital, Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID : 1036349 FTE : 1 (40 hours per week)

Work Schedule : 8am - 4:30pm

Shift : Days

# of Positions : 1 Posting Close Date : 08/15/2025 Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $ to $*. The final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position. This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date. About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more:

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. .

Position Summary The Administrative Nurse III (Nurse Manager) is accountable and responsible for providing oversight of the department day to day operations. The Nurse Manager participates in evaluative research, teaching, prioritizing patient needs, and providing leadership with resource utilization. The Nurse Manager serves as a resource for physicians, nursing and support services. The Nurse Manager identifies strategies to monitor and evaluate resource management decisions, process improvement and quality initiatives in the department. The Nurse Manager relates effectively with department team members for high quality delivery of services and maintains high quality relations with other departments and nursing units. The Nurse Manager participates in all mandatory education requirements, maintenance of records and updating of policies, procedures and skills of personnel in the department.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting the department director in ongoing evaluation of best practice, staff competencies, and implementation of best practice measures to ensure deliver of quality patient care.

Participates in department HR processes.

Plans for effective administration in each unit and, in consultation with medical staff, for improved patient care.

Establishment of regular communication processes with physicians, nurses and management to review current status, variances, resolutions, and programs as needed.

Maintains general supervision of the care given to patients and of nursing activities within the unit.

Participates in the process improvement of nursing systems and supports continuous regulatory readiness for the department.

Plans for and participates in the training and development of assigned nursing personnel and implementing quality indicators.

Collaborates with hospital leadership in the management of house wide patient flow and capacity.

Keeps the nursing service administration informed of the needs of the nursing units and of any special problems.

Inspects physical facilities for orderliness, cleanliness, and safety.

Evaluates performance of nursing personnel and counsels them as required

Performs other related duties as assigne Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. A. Three years of professional nursing experience. OR B. Two years of professional nursing experience and one year of related advanced education. Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.

Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree preferred in Nursing, Hospital Administration, Public Health or Business. Previous experience working in a Psychiatry inpatient setting preferred Experience working in a DCFS clinical setting a plus Strong interpersonal skills, ability to lead and manage change Application Instructions: