Acute Care Registered Nurse
About The Position
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA Nursing provides patient care, promotes health, prevents illness and supports positive patient care outcomes through comprehensive care and patient advocacy. The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes. This position is posted as an Acute Care Registered Nurse and may be filled at multiple career levels, based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skill set. All qualified applicants will be considered for appropriate placement within the Acute Care Registered Nurse practice setting. If selected to move forward in the hiring process, candidates will be assessed through interviews and other job related evaluations conducted by the hiring manager and clinical leadership. The final position level and corresponding compensation will be determined at the time of offer, based on the candidate’s assessed competencies, experience, and alignment with the requirements of each level within the practice setting. Different career levels within this practice setting may carry additional certification, education, and experience requirements, which must be met to qualify for placement at the corresponding level. Acute Care nurses provide specialized care to patients who are experiencing acute medical changes, including life-threatening conditions that require immediate assessment and care. Acute Care nurses monitor vital signs, administer medications, assist in medical procedures, and collaborate closely with doctors and other healthcare professionals to manage patients' needs in urgent or critical situations. Their role involves rapid assessment, quick decision-making, and supporting patients through their recovery or stabilization process. Nurse Level 1 (N1) – Supervised Learner: Entry level nurse that develops foundational clinical skills while providing patient care under close supervision. Nurse Level 2 (N2) – Independent Practitioner: Developing nurse that independently manages routine patient care and escalates more complex clinical needs as appropriate. Nurse Level 3 (N3) – Confident Practitioner: Experienced nurse that independently manages typical patient complexity, anticipates needs, and adapts care to clinical variations. Nurse Level 4 (N4) – Leader and Mentor: Advanced level clinician that leads complex cases and serves as a clinical resource and mentor to other nursing staff.
Requirements
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized care to patients experiencing acute medical changes, including life-threatening conditions that require immediate assessment and care.
- Monitor vital signs.
- Administer medications.
- Assist in medical procedures.
- Collaborate closely with doctors and other healthcare professionals to manage patients' needs in urgent or critical situations.
- Perform rapid assessment and quick decision-making.
- Support patients through their recovery or stabilization process.
- Develop foundational clinical skills while providing patient care under close supervision (Nurse Level 1).
- Independently manage routine patient care and escalate more complex clinical needs as appropriate (Nurse Level 2).
- Independently manage typical patient complexity, anticipate needs, and adapt care to clinical variations (Nurse Level 3).
- Lead complex cases and serve as a clinical resource and mentor to other nursing staff (Nurse Level 4).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
