Registered Nurse

Utah Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM); American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Utah Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM) is seeking a Registered Nurse for in-office, full-time work in American Fork, Utah. Schedule features four 10-hour shifts (11:30 AM – 10:00 PM) Sunday through Wednesday, with Thursdays–Saturdays off.

Continuous application deadline; strong focus on care planning and med administration. Minimum qualifications include Utah RN licensure and one year of RN experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Utah is required or pending licensure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise care plans based on assessments and outcomes.
• Administer prescribed medications.
• Document timely, outcome-based information.
• Coordinate care and follow-up.
• Provide direct patient care to improve health and prevent illness.
• Maintain patient charts in an in-house system.
• Assist in transporting individuals to appointments.

Skills

Nursing documentation

Medication administration

Care coordination

Patient communication

Basic life support

Education

RN license Utah

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Registered Nurse

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $28.26 - $42.48 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Application Deadline – Continuous until filled*

Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts (11:30 AM – 10:00 PM), Sunday through Wednesday (Willowcreek PM). Off Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Supervisor: Vanessa Peterson

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-day responsibilities of this position:

• Developing and revising plan of care based on assessments data and individuals' outcomes.
• Implementing prescribed nursing interventions.
• Documenting timely, outcome based information.
• Administering prescribed medications as needed.
• Assisting in transporting individuals to medical appointments outside of the facility or to on-site clinics.
• Providing direct patient care oriented toward improving or maintaining health and preventing illness.
• Maintaining and updating patient charts, records, and information in an in-house computer program.
• Performing physical examinations and/or preventive health measures to assess and evaluate patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
• Coordinating clinical activities and follow-up.
• In-servicing direct care staff to assist individuals in taking medications through a self-medication program.
• Working with individuals with feeding pumps and administering medications through G & J tubes.

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• Will have a Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Utah.
• One or more years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse is preferred but not required.
• One or more years of professional experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities is preferred but not required.

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:

• Knowledge of interactions and adverse reactions of drugs, medications and their dosage
• Administer first aid and/or CPR
• Make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
• Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
• Information and techniques needed to rehabilitate physical and mental ailments and to provide career guidance including alternative treatments, rehabilitation equipment and its proper use, and methods to evaluate treatment effectiveness
• Follow and apply treatment plans as developed by a licensed professional
• Communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• Maintain confidentiality and deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
• Computer skills including ability to use Microsoft office suite
• Understanding of psychiatric disorders and medication management
• Ability to observe details at close range and at a distance
• Ability to observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity
• Ability to hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity

About the Role

Registered Nurses in this working level job perform a full range of nursing tasks in a variety of settings and with a variety of patient groups, care providers and/or facilities. Exercise independent professional discretion based on licensure in general duty settings, clinical nursing settings and/or in public health programs.

Location

895 N 900 E
American Fork, Utah, 84003
United States

Background Check Required

You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

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. 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.

The Agency

The mission of the Utah State Developmental Center is to serve as "a statewide resource center for people with disabilities while promoting opportunity through choice and outcome based support." This will be accomplished by providing critical services, support and resources for the intellectually disabled individuals that reside at our facility.

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].