Mental Health Registered Nurse - Staffing & Float Nights

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics; Time; On-site; NOK 614,000 - 803,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health seeks a Mental Health Registered Nurse to provide patient-focused care and support in a dynamic clinical setting. The position may be filled at multiple career levels based on qualifications and demonstrated skill set.

The final level and compensation will be determined at offer based on competencies, experience, and alignment with each level’s requirements within the mental health practice setting.

Qualifications

• Current RN license to practice in Utah or obtain one within 90 days under the interstate compact.
• Must maintain Interstate Compact license if residency remains outside Utah.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a mental health setting under close supervision.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other clinicians to assess and treat patients.
• Document, monitor, and contribute to care plans and safety protocols.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse license (Utah)

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

This position is posted as a Mental Health Registered Nurse and may be filled at multiple career levels, based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skill set.

All qualified applicants will be considered for appropriate placement within the Mental Health Registered Nurse practice setting. If selected to move forward in the hiring process, candidates will be assessed through interviews and other job related evaluations conducted by the hiring manager and clinical leadership.

The final position level and corresponding compensation will be determined at the time of offer, based on the candidate’s assessed competencies, experience, and alignment with the requirements of each level within the practice setting. Different career levels within this practice setting may carry additional certification, education, and experience requirements, which must be met to qualify for placement at the corresponding level.

Mental Health nurses provide specialized care to individuals experiencing mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders. They work in collaboration with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to assess, treat, and support patients in various settings.

Nurse Level 1 (N1) – Supervised Learner

• Entry level nurse that develops foundational clinical skills while providing patient care under close supervision.
• Developing nurse that independently manages routine patient care and escalates more complex clinical needs as appropriate.
• Experienced nurse that independently manages typical patient complexity, anticipates needs, and adapts care to clinical variations.

Qualifications

Licenses Required

• 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.
• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

## Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Lifting, Listening, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking