Nurse I, Emergency

University of Utah Health•South Jordan, UT

About The Position

University of Utah Health seeks a patient-focused Emergency Department nurse to provide foundational nursing care to patients experiencing acute illness or trauma. The role is an entry-level nursing position in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, where the nurse applies basic nursing principles and unit protocols, uses standard procedures and equipment to assess patient conditions, and escalates concerns to senior staff and the medical team. Work is performed under varying levels of supervision, with limited independent decision-making and an emphasis on respectful communication, collaboration, and continued learning. The nurse monitors patients, administers prescribed medications, documents care in Epic, and assists with emergency procedures and life-saving interventions under supervision or with guidance. The position also supports triage, nursing evaluations, discharge planning, and care planning. Duties may vary according to patient-care needs, staffing, and operational priorities, provided they are within the employee’s licensure, training, and competency. The nurse participates in orientation and ongoing development to build emergency nursing competency. The position works rotating schedules, including variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays, to meet 24/7 care needs. Regular, reliable, punctual attendance is required. Physical work may involve exertion up to 100 pounds and frequent movement of equipment or patients. The role may involve exposure to infectious diseases and working around prisoners and behavioral health patients.

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 (multi-state) license if residency is not being 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.
Complete the orientation checklist within one year of hire.
Meet the physical requirements with or without an accommodation, including work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects or patients.
For work at the South Jordan (SJED) or West Valley (WV) Emergency Departments, obtain a current University of Utah Health RQI Healthcare Provider NRP Advanced Endorsement eCredential within 90 days of hire.
Meet additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

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 intravenous and oral medications as prescribed.
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 current skill level.
Care for pediatric patients under supervision, including IV placement, lab collection, airway intervention, and weight-based medication administration.
Care for obstetric patients under supervision, 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 competency in emergency nursing.
Perform other duties as assigned consistent with departmental needs and organizational objectives.
Work rotating schedules that include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays, and maintain regular, reliable, punctual attendance.