PS Nurse Practitioner

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join their Neurosurgery Department. This role involves providing primary care and treatment to patients, performing essential physical examinations, and formulating medical plans tailored to individual needs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clinical competence and possess strong leadership and communication skills. This full-time position offers a structured Monday to Friday schedule with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join a team committed to quality patient care and make a significant impact in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Utah.
• ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients' physical conditions through examinations.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests for patient care.
• Counsels patients and promotes health maintenance.

Skills

Clinical Competence

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

National Certification

Job description

PS Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary

The NP/APRN role provides primary care and treatment to patients within the Department of Neurosurgery, particularly with the Endovascular subsection.

This position provides primary care and treatment to a group of patients in a clinic or hospital unit. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Assesses the physical condition of a group of patients by performing physical examinations and obtaining medical histories.

• Formulates the medical plan and prognosis based on patient's condition.

• Consults with physician(s) regarding patient health care plans and treatment.

• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient's clinical problems and health care needs.

• Performs selected invasive procedures for therapeutic and/or diagnostic reasons within scope of validated competence.

• Initiates and/or recommends medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatment and procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policy.

• Complies with medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care. Initiates and maintains required records and legal documents.

• Participates in quality improvement activities.

• Counsels patients, families and significant others about health and illness, and promotes health maintenance.

• Evaluates, plans, implements, and re-evaluates the care of individuals requiring emergency measures.

• Problem Solving

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.

Demonstrated clinical competence and in-depth knowledge of specialty area.

Demonstrated leadership, teaching, research and communication skills.

Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah.

Preferred

Certification in ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria.

Utah State prescriptive privileges.

Licensure is obtained by completing a Master's degree in Nursing or equivalency (the only equivalency to the Master's degree is current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner) and a National Certification which requires the successful completion of a nationally accredited examination.

UHPPM 1-56 requires that newly hired non-physician providers apply for credentialing and privileging at the time 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

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN41831B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary: Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evening hours may be required on occasion as per patient/clinic needs.

Department: 00268 - Neurosurgery

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $110,000 to $140000 depending on experience

Close Date: 8/6/2025

Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6215931

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