Assistant Director of Nursing

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Salt Lake City, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Correctional Health Services is hiring for an Assistant Director of Nursing. This role involves interpreting and implementing pertinent procedures, standards, and regulations for nursing and/or ancillary medical care. The Assistant Director of Nursing will administer appropriate nursing care within the generally recognized scope of practice, and administer nursing policies for a state institution. This position assures the provision of quality nursing services and acts as the Nursing Director in his/her absence. The role also involves prescribing nursing interventions to aid in the implementation of strategy of care and may direct or supervise nursing personnel.

Requirements

• Competency with medication administration to include various routes including injections and IV
• Competency with patient assessment
• Competency with communication of information to provider
• The ability to provide medical guidance, training, and instruction in an administrative position
• A solid understanding of principles, theories, and practices of nursing
• The ability to follow and apply treatment plans developed by a licensed professional
• An understanding of first aid and CPR
• A knowledge of proper care to patients
• A solid understanding of federal and/or state laws, regulations, policies and procedures
• Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of Utah.
• Licensed as an RN in the State of Utah
• Bachelors Degree or higher in nursing or healthcare administration
• BLS, ACLS Certification

Nice To Haves

• Masters preferred
• 2 years of experience in correctional healthcare
• 2 years of clinical experience in a clinical role (med/surg, ER, critical care or psychiatric nursing)
• Minimum of one year of experience as a full-time manager
• BLS instructor and ACLS instructor certification

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement pertinent procedures, standards, and regulations for nursing and/or ancillary medical care.
• Administer appropriate nursing care within the generally recognized scope of practice.
• Administer nursing policies for a state institution.
• Assure the provision of quality nursing services.
• Acts as the Nursing Director in his/her absence.
• Prescribing nursing interventions to aid in the implementation of strategy of care.
• May also direct or supervise nursing personnel.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager