Nurse I, Women's Special Care

University of Utah Health•Salt Lake City, UT

18h

About The Position

The Nurse I provides routine maternal, newborn, antepartum, postpartum, and gynecologic patient care in a structured, low-risk environment. The role applies foundational nursing knowledge and standard procedures to assess patients, follow care plans and provider orders, administer prescribed medications and treatments, and document care. The nurse escalates abnormal findings and seeks guidance as needed, working under varying levels of supervision. The position includes supporting mothers and newborns through assessment, newborn care, patient and family education, and coordination with providers and interdisciplinary team members. The nurse must complete required orientation and competency validation for maternal-newborn workflows and skills. The role requires rotating schedules that may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays, with regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts.

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 Utah.
Maintain a current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
Obtain a current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system within 30 days of hire.
Meet additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Be able to meet the stated physical demands with or without an accommodation.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maternal and newborn assessments, document findings, and escalate abnormal results according to protocol.
Provide direct care for postpartum, newborn, antepartum, and gynecologic patients in accordance with established care plans and provider orders.
Assist with newborn care, including feeding support, routine monitoring, and basic interventions under supervision.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments while following safety and documentation standards.
Recognize and promptly report signs of maternal or newborn deterioration, including bleeding, abnormal vital signs, or feeding concerns.
Provide basic patient and family education on postpartum recovery, newborn care, and discharge instructions using standard materials.
Maintain a safe environment by following infection prevention, safe sleep, medication safety, and equipment protocols.
Coordinate care with providers and team members and seek guidance when patient needs or concerns arise.
Participate in interdisciplinary communication, including rounds and team discussions, and communicate patient updates and concerns.
Complete required orientation and competency validation for maternal-newborn workflows and skills.
Work assigned rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays, and maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.