Licensed Practical Nurse- Utah State Hospital

State of Utah; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Utah State Hospital in Provo, Utah is seeking licensed practical nurses to join our professional treatment team, delivering compassionate care to mentally ill patients across ages and abilities in a modern facility at the foot of the Wasatch mountains.

We offer a $2,000 sign-on bonus for new full‑time LPNs and a competitive salary of $25.04 per hour for in‑office work. This is a full‑time, on‑site position with a dedicated nursing team and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Utah.
• Successfully pass a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the Medication Administration Record to administer medications and treatments to patients.
• Document medication administration and manage controlled substance counts during shift.
• Complete patient assessments and provide patient monitoring as indicated.
• Document in an accurate and timely manner.
• Coordinate with the treatment team.
• Follow policies and procedures while providing care.

Education

LPN license in Utah

Job description

The Utah State Hospital is looking for several caring, diligent, career-minded LPNs to join our team. At Utah State Hospital, LPNs work as part of the professional treatment team to offer compassionate care to mentally ill patients across a wide range of ages and abilities. We have the pleasure of working with the best staff, in a beautiful modern facility, situated on a picturesque campus at the foot of the Wasatch mountains.

Sign‑On Bonus

$2,000 sign‑on bonus for new full‑time LPNs. Payments will be paid out by the first six months of employment after signing a year‑commitment contract.

FT / PT Status: Full‑Time | Salary: $25.04 hourly wage | Remote Work / In‑Office: In‑Office / On‑Site | Recruiter: Keera Johnson | [e-mail] | 801.344.4211

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the Medication Administration Record to administer medications and treatments to patients.
• Document medication administration and manage controlled substance counts during shift.
• Complete patient assessments and provide patient monitoring as indicated.
• Document in an accurate and timely manner.
• Coordinate with the treatment team.
• Follow policies and procedures while providing care.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Utah.
• Successfully pass a criminal history check.

About the Role

Location: 1300 East Center Street, Provo, Utah, 84603, United States

Background Check Required: Yes | Drug Test Required: No | Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture.

Other benefits may include:

• Job stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive work environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to apply your specialized skills in a mission‑driven environment. You will be a valued member of a team dedicated to supporting one of Utah's most important healthcare institutions. In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Utah provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family.

Health insurance: Multiple medical plan options, including a high‑deductible health plan with an associated health savings account. Opt‑out cash benefit available.

Dental & vision: Multiple dental and vision plan options available.

Paid leave: Accrue 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave per pay period, with accrual rates increasing with state longevity. 12 paid holidays per year.

Retirement: A generous 10% employer contribution to your Utah Retirement Systems (URS) account (Tier II). Options include a Pension/401(k) hybrid plan or a defined contribution plan.

To review the full benefits summary and access a total compensation calculator, please visit the main state benefits page here.

Additional Benefits

• Access to a UTA bus pass.
• Cafeteria on site with meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase.
• Access to the Utah State Hospital disc golf course.
• Access to comfort rooms while on campus, as well as other mental wellness benefits.

The Agency

The Utah State Hospital provides a safe and healing environment in which all people are treated with dignity and respect. It is our purpose to assist patients to reach their potential, through individualized treatment, with a high value being placed on meeting the needs of each patient in a humanistic, caring, and professional manner.

For more detailed information about the Utah State Hospital, our treatment programs and philosophy, we invite you to browse our website.

Contact

If you have questions about training, or if you would like to speak to our nursing hiring team or schedule an interview, you can reach out by calling 385‑248‑9395 during regular business hours.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957‑9390.

Supplemental Information

• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
• Utah State Hospital provides comprehensive violence prevention and de‑escalation training for all employees during orientation. Ongoing training is provided to prioritize staff and patient safety.
• Division of Human Resource Management rules and Department of Health and Human Services policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
• The Utah State Hospital is a smoke‑free environment. Tobacco or E‑cigarette use is NOT allowed on campus.
• Utah State Hospital employees must pass both pre‑employment and routine background checks.
• This continuous recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies when they become available at the Utah State Hospital.
• Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.