Standard daytime hours at JJYS youth facilities, some flexibility in scheduling.
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area: U of U Health - Academics
Department: 00987 - CON CLINICAL AFFAIRS & FAC PRAC
Location: Other
City: Other
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: $46 hourly
Close Date:
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.
Responsibilities:
- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and providers’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.
- 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).
- 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 or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
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