Nurse I, Emergency

University of Utah Health • South Jordan, UT

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About The Position

University of Utah Health is seeking a patient-focused Nurse I to provide foundational nursing care to Emergency Department patients. Emergency nurses care for patients experiencing acute illness or trauma in a fast-paced environment requiring clinical skill, critical thinking, and emotional resilience. This N1 role applies basic nursing principles and unit protocols in structured, lower-risk situations, using standard procedures and tools while working under varied levels of supervision. The nurse follows care plans, communicates respectfully, escalates concerns, and seeks guidance and feedback to support learning and development.

The role supports urgent and comprehensive care, including monitoring patient status, administering medications, documenting in Epic, assisting with procedures, and participating in life-saving measures under guidance. It includes supervised care for pediatric and obstetric patients and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. The position works rotating schedules—including variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays—to meet 24/7 care needs.

Requirements

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if changing residency to Utah; maintain a current Interstate Compact multistate license if residency is not changed to Utah.
• Obtain a current University of Utah Health RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential within 30 days of hire.
• Obtain a current University of Utah Health RQI Healthcare Provider ALS eCredential within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain a current University of Utah Health RQI Healthcare Provider PALS eCredential within 90 days of hire.
• For work at the South Jordan or West Valley Emergency Departments, obtain a current University of Utah Health RQI Healthcare Provider NRP Advanced Endorsement eCredential within 90 days of hire.
• Complete the orientation checklist within one year of hire.
• Meet any additional license requirements determined by the hiring department.
• Meet the position’s physical requirements with or without accommodation, including the ability to perform intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving equipment or patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide foundational nursing care to Emergency Department patients, including monitoring vital signs and patient status.
• Safely and effectively manage and operate medical equipment.
• Accurately document patient care and procedures using Epic.
• Administer prescribed intravenous and oral medications.
• Assist with moderate sedation, hemodynamic monitoring, rhythm interpretation, and other complex tasks under supervision.
• Participate in life-saving measures, including defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, with guidance from experienced staff.
• Support triage assessments, nursing evaluations, and discharge planning under supervision.
• Contribute to nursing care plans appropriate to the nurse’s skill level.
• Provide supervised pediatric care, including IV placement, lab collection, airway intervention, and weight-based medication administration.
• Provide supervised obstetric care, including assisting with delivery, postpartum care, and newborn resuscitation.
• Seek guidance for responsibilities beyond current knowledge and collaborate with leadership to advance practice beyond task-oriented care.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing development to build emergency nursing competency.
• Perform other duties consistent with departmental needs and organizational objectives, within licensure, training, and competency.
• Work rotating schedules with variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays, and maintain regular, reliable, punctual attendance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed