Job Description

Job Summary
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of youth? We are seeking a compassionate and professional nurse to join our team at the University of Utah College of Nursing. You’ll work in a nurse-led clinic, promoting the health and well-being of underserved populations with added autonomy and fulfillment.

In this role, you will assess patients, implement clinical interventions, develop care plans, and make a real impact on the lives of youth in our facility. You’ll also have the chance to contribute to community health initiatives.

We seek self-motivated individuals who embrace the responsibilities of a nurse-led medical office. While you may work independently at times, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values compassion, innovation, and integrity.

This in-person position offers a chance to positively impact young, vulnerable individuals and provides opportunities for professional growth and involvement in healthcare improvement organizations. Join us to lead, excel, and make a real impact.

We believe that varying backgrounds and perspectives increase the success of our organization. In your cover letter or during your interview, we encourage you to share how your background and experiences have prepared you to thrive in an environment that values a range of perspectives and is committed to creating a fair and welcoming workplace for all.

This position is eligible for university benefits including; medical-dental-wellness coverage, an additional immediately vested 14.2% of salary employer contribution to retirement (401a), paid leave, paid holidays, tuition assistance for employees and family, free UTA transport pass and others.
See details at: https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/
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Responsibilities
1. Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
2. Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
3. Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
4. Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
5. Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs. Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
6. Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
7. Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
8. Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
9. Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
10. Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and providers’ orders.
11. Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
12. Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.
13. Within six months of hire, will study for, take and successfully obtain the Certified Correctional Healthcare Professional ( CCHP ) certification offered by the National Commission on Correctional Healthcare ( NCCHC ). Supplies to study for the test will be provided and the exam cost will be reimbursed after successfully obtaining certification.
14. Weekend shifts will be required.
15. Special projects as assigned such as community health initiatives, vaccine management, and electronic health record support.
This job description is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
Preferred
Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.