Nurse III, Cardiac Prep and Recovery

University of Utah Health•Salt Lake City, UT

5d•Onsite

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 Job Family Nursing: Nursing provides patient care, promotes health, prevents illness and supports positive patient care outcomes through comprehensive care and patient advocacy. Corporate Overview: 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.

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.
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Current RQI Healthcare Provider ALS eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The ALS eCredential is to be obtained within 90 days of hire
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Nice To Haves

Provides care for patients with complex problems and less predictable outcomes.
Serves as a clinical resource and mentors Clinical Nurse I/II staff.
Participates in education and staff development.
Demonstrates advanced clinical knowledge and critical thinking.
Applies evidence-based practice to complex, high acuity patient care.
Leads care for patients with multifaceted needs.
Coordinates interdisciplinary care and contributes to progressive care planning.
Functions independently.
Provides consultative support and mentors peers.
May lead clinical training or orientation.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams.
Resolves conflicts and supports team development through leadership and role modeling.

Responsibilities

Performs advanced Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery assessments for ambulatory and inpatient patients with higher-risk or less predictable post-anesthesia courses.
Manages recoveries involving invasive monitoring and specialized therapies, including arterial lines and regional analgesia devices, in accordance with protocol and ratios.
Interprets invasive blood pressure trends, respiratory status, analgesia effects, and comorbidity interactions to guide clinical decision-making.
Leads initial stabilization of higher-risk recoveries with less predictable ventilatory, hemodynamic, or pain management needs.
Coordinates care with anesthesia and surgical teams to resolve instability and determine ongoing recovery needs or escalation plans.
Administers medications and interventions for complex recovery needs and evaluates response in real time.
Provides advanced patient and family education related to recovery, pain plans, regional analgesia, and discharge or transfer expectations.
Negotiates care plans and handoffs with anesthesia, surgery, and receiving units for complex or inpatient cases.
Serves as a clinical resource and mentor for junior staff during complex recoveries and less predictable peri-anesthesia situations.
Supports relief charge responsibilities and contributes to patient flow, assignment support, and prioritization of care.
Maintains safe recovery workflows by anticipating complications, addressing risks early, and adhering to broader peri-anesthesia protocols.
At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care demands of a 24/7 complex health system.
Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts is considered an essential function of the role.