at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Nurse Administrator (Hospital Operations Administrator) - Nursing Resource Office
Hiring Department: Nursing Resource Office
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1015057
FTE : 1
Work Schedule -
Shift : Flex Evenings
# of Position: 2
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
Under the administrative direction of the ACNO or Director, the Hospital Operations Administrator (HOA) RN represents UI Health management staff by providing administrative direction and support to all departments and areas. The HOA RN will report and document all violations of the rules, regulations and policies of UI Health. The HOA RN exemplifies the UI Health mission, vision, values, and acts in accordance with UI Health policies and procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities
Act as the Emergency Incident Commander during situations of extreme crises to coordinate and ensure that basic hospital functions continues, while managing the crisis.
Provide administrative supervision to all areas of non-clinical care and clerical for direction, problem solving and discipline. Develop effective clinical strategies to lead and support decision making and actions for clinical staff and patient care units. May intervene and take immediate action when the supervisor and/or nursing leadership is unwilling or unable to do so.
Initiate investigation of incidents that will result in liability exposure to UI Health and make notification to the department of Risk Management.
Take whatever action is necessary to ensure quality patient care and the integrity of UI Health. Attend all emergency situations in the Hospital/Clinics and provide clinical administrative assistance and support as well as provide feedback regarding the effectiveness of emergency responses.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois.
Bachelor degree in nursing or health related field and 2 years supervisory/administrative experience in a health care field
OR
Four years of supervisory/administrative experience in a health care field.
Two years of work experience as a Registered Professional Nurse.
Preferred Qualifications
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.
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The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
