Position SummaryAdministrative Nurse I is responsible for directing patient care, related unit activities and personnel on an assigned shift utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework in order to ensure quality patient care and work flow. The ANI identifies work priorities, determines and coordinates daily assignments and staff scheduling. The Administrative Nurse I takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Administrative Nurse I functions as role model who directs patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesCompletes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies and submit completed packet to Director.
On specified units, provides direct patient care (modified assignment); demonstrating clinical knowledge, skills and expertise.
Makes patient care assignment and changes assignment as required according patient’s/unit’s needs utilizing the hospital approved acuity tool.
Works closely with BAA to ensure schedule is balanced.
Coordinates staff breaks/lunches to ensure continuity of patient care.
Directs work flow to facilitate timely patient admission and discharge.
Acts as a resource for unit personnel and aids in resolving questions related to policy, standards and procedures
Demonstrates critical thinking skills, conflict management and customer service skills in serving as a role model and problem solver for the organization and unit.
Engages support personnel by delegating appropriate tasks per the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act and provides support and feedback.
Recognizes and responds to patient care issues providing direction, feedback and follow-up to staff, manager and other healthcare team members.
Contributes feedback to performance evaluation of unit personnel.
Procures necessary clinical supplies and equipment. Follows up on repairs/maintenance of equipment as needed.
Builds collaborative relationships with physicians to promote teamwork.
Maintains overall knowledge of all patients’ status in order to assist nursing and medical team members.
Other duties as assigned.
Professional/Leadership
Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
Integrates theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards of practice and clinical experience to provide “quality” patient care as measured by established nursing quality standards and othergoverning/accrediting health care bodies.
Utilizes hospital approved acuity tool and electronic scheduling systems, to facilitate optimal staffing, scheduling and patient assignments.
Recognizes and supports Shared Leadership as the selected method of nursing governance.
Actively engaged in Shared Leadership through membership on a governing council; supports department and unit goals in daily behavior.
Demonstrates accountability for job performance by: (1) seeking opportunities to enhance job skills and knowledge; (2) maintaining conditions of employment (RN licensure, BLS and other required unit-specific certifications).
Receives and provides feedback to members of the health care team regarding performance/practice.
Maintains unit at all times for regulatory compliance.
Organizational
Adheres to the UI Health’s Code of Conduct.
Treats patients/families, staff, students and visitors with respect and dignity.
Adheres to Nursing’s time, overtime and attendance policies.
Completes electronic learning modules and related programs as assigned by UI Health by established date.
Complies with University Health Services TB, flu compliance and fit-testing requirements.
Utilizes established communication channels/chain of command to escalate or resolve patient care problems.
Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem solving and resolution.
Adheres to hospital dress code.
Education/Research
Serves as a role model and/or resource to other nursing staff and students.
In collaboration with Patient Care Manager/Director/CNCII assists with unit-based quality initiatives and provides feedback and education to staff
Accesses medical center intranet/outlook for relevant communication and to review and interpret changes in policy, procedure and other information pertinent to practice
Supports nursing and multidisciplinary research efforts conducted on the unit and in UI Health.
Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs.
Reporting Structure
This person works independently within the scope of nursing practice. The Director acting as coach and mentor,provides direction, guidance, and feedback regarding practice and performance. The employee’s performance is evaluated annually in writing and more frequently if needed. The employee and Director, Patient Care Services meet on an as needed basis for coaching and mentoring where support, guidance and direction can be given.The RN provides and receives input from peers regarding practice/performance.