Announcement
Details
Open Date
10/20/2026
Requisition Number
PRN46550B
Job Title
PS Clinical Nurse
Working Title
Clinical Nurse
Career Progression Track
UGR
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Standard daytime hours Monday through Saturday available (only 5 days/week)
VP Area
U of U Health - Academics
Department
00987 - CON CLINICAL AFFAIRS &FAC PRAC
Location
Other
City
Provo, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$38.00 - $43.29 hourly
Close Date
01/20/2027
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The University of Utah College of Nursing seeks a registered nurse to provide clinical support in Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) facilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a nurse-led clinic that emphasizes independent practice, teamwork, and quality care for adolescents in secure and detention settings.
In this role, you will assess patients, implement clinical interventions, develop care plans, and make a real impact on the lives of youth in JJYS custody. This position is based in Provo and will have the opportunity to work directly with our entire team.
We seek self-motivated individuals who embrace the responsibilities of a nurse-led medical office. While you may work independently at times, you'll be part of a collaborative team that values compassion, innovation, and integrity.
This in-person position offers a chance to positively impact young, vulnerable individuals and provides opportunities for professional growth and involvement in healthcare improvement organizations. Join us to lead, excel, and make a real impact.
We believe that varying backgrounds and perspectives increase the success of our organization. In your cover letter or during your interview, we encourage you to share how your background and experiences have prepared you to thrive in an environment that values a range of perspectives and is committed to creating a fair and welcoming workplace for all.
This position is eligible for university benefits including; medical-dental-wellness coverage, an additional 14.2% of salary employer contribution to retirement (401a, vesting period applies), paid leave, paid holidays, tuition reduction for employees and family, free UTA transport pass and others. See details at: https://benefits.utah.edu/Total Compensation Calculator
Please apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211170
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
1. Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
2. Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
3. Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient's record.
4. Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
5. Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs. Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient's condition warrants.
6. Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
7. Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
8. Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
9. Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
10. Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and providers' orders.
11. Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
12. Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.
13. Other relevant duties as requested.
14. Nurses are expected to take and successfully obtain the Certified Correctional Healthcare Professional ( CCHP ) certification offered by the National Commission on Correctional Healthcare ( NCCHC ). Supplies to study for the test will be provided and the exam cost will be reimbursed after successfully obtaining certification.
This job description is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Required
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 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.
Preferred
Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Preferences
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
