Nurse Practitioner- Utah State Hospital

United Trading Group; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah State Hospital in Provo, UT is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced medical care for our patients on-site. The role involves admitting histories, unit visits, and regular note documentation, with on-call potential and twice-monthly medical services meetings.

Applicants must hold an active Utah NP license and pass a criminal history check; benefits are included and a competitive hourly wage is offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a nurse practitioner in the State of Utah.
• Must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Perform admitting history and physicals on new patients admitted to the hospital.
• See patients on the unit for a medical problem and write a note documenting visit.
• Complete summary notes on each patient every ninety days.
• Order labs/x-rays, appropriate outside consults and review the results.
• Attend medical services meetings twice a month.
• May require on-call coverage (taking off-hours call responsibilities) during evening and weekend hours.

Education

Utah NP license

Job description

Nurse Practitioner- Utah State Hospital

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $47.72 - $77.26 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Application Deadline – Open Until Filled*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Are you an advanced practice registered nurse driven to provide compassionate, high-quality care to individuals navigating mental illness? Do you find fulfillment in delivering patient-centered healthcare that improves quality of life? Joining the Utah State Hospital as a Nurse Practitioner allows you to lead and deliver medical care tailored to the comprehensive needs of our patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform admitting history and physicals on new patients admitted to the hospital.
• See patients on the unit for a medical problem and write a note documenting visit.
• Complete summary notes on each patient every ninety days.
• Order labs/x-rays, appropriate outside consults and review the results.
• Attend medical services meetings twice a month.
• May require on-call coverage (taking off-hours call responsibilities) during evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a nurse practitioner in the State of Utah.
• Must successfully pass a criminal history check.

About the Role

As you establish and implement medical treatment plans for our patients, a typical day at the Utah State Hospital may include conducting progress reviews, making diagnostic determinations and clinical decisions regarding patient care, providing advanced nursing interventions, and prescribing and coordinating care with interdisciplinary treatment teams.

Nurse Practitioners at the Utah State Hospital must hold an active license to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Utah and maintain national certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an accredited credentialing body.

Location –
1300 East Center Street
Provo, Utah, 84606
United States

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. 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.

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 deescalation 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.
• Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be contacted.

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.

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 [phone].