Emergency Room Nurse: Fast-Paced Life-Saving Care

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health seeks a dedicated Emergency Department nurse to provide urgent and routine care for patients with acute illnesses or trauma. The role requires strong clinical skills, triage ability, and the capacity to work in a high‑stakes, fast-paced environment.

The nurse will monitor patients, administer medications, operate equipment, and document care in Epic. Endorsements (NRP/ALS/PALS) are required within set timelines, with orientation and ongoing training provided.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Utah.
• RN license required; must obtain multi-state license if residency changes.
• NRP Advanced Endorsement via RQI system to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• ALS and PALS Endorsements via RQI system to be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides foundational nursing care to Emergency Department patients including monitoring vital signs and patient status.
• Manages and operates medical equipment safely and effectively.
• Documents patient care and procedures accurately using Epic.
• Administers intravenous and oral medications as prescribed.
• Assists with procedures such as moderate sedation, hemodynamic monitoring, rhythm interpretation, and other complex tasks under supervision.
• Participates in life-saving measures including defibrillation and CPR with guidance from experienced staff.
• Supports triage assessments, nursing evaluations, and discharge planning under supervision.
• Demonstrates knowledge for pediatric and obstetric patient care under supervision and seeks guidance for advanced tasks.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Triage

CPR

Defibrillation

Medication administration

Epic documentation

Patient safety

Education

RN license (Utah)

NRP endorsement

ALS endorsement

PALS endorsement

Tools

Epic

Job description

University of Utah Health seeks a dedicated Emergency Department nurse to provide urgent and routine care for patients with acute illnesses or trauma. The role requires strong clinical skills, triage ability, and the capacity to work in a high‑stakes, fast-paced environment.

The nurse will monitor patients, administer medications, operate equipment, and document care in Epic. Endorsements (NRP/ALS/PALS) are required within set timelines, with orientation and ongoing training provided.