Registered Nurse Clinical Expanded II Thoracic Operating Room

15400 Intermountain Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Intermountain Medical Center seeks an RN Clinical Leader for the Thoracic Operating Room, focusing on thoracic surgery patient care. The role drives clinical programs, mentors staff, and leads evidence-based practice implementation within a nationally recognized health system located near Salt Lake City.

The position includes leadership responsibilities, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in state of practice (Utah)
• BSN required with education verified
• RN must obtain BSN within 4 years of hire
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS as needed
• 1 year of clinical nursing experience
• Leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide specialty clinical expertise and mentor staff
• Educate and guide nurses on best practices
• Use research to improve nursing care standards
• Coordinate and optimize patient care with the care team
• Act as consultant and liaison to patients, families, and staff
• Integrate evidence-based practices into care
• Develop individualized care plans based on assessments

Skills

Patient Care

Nursing Care Planning

Clinical Nursing

Interdisciplinary Teams

Nursing Practice

Teaching

Documentation

Leadership

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

BSN within 4 years of hire

BLS Certification

ACLS/PALS etc. certifications

Job description

Job Description

The RN Clinical Expanded Role will serve as a service line specialist, focusing on one area of expertise within a specific hospital or care site department. This role is responsible for identifying, coordinating, and evaluating projects and assignments related to their specialty. The RN Clinical Expanded Role provides clinical expertise, consultation, education, and research to their designated area, acting as a change agent by accepting and facilitating change. The incumbent is proactive and assumes a clinical leadership position. Join Intermountain Medical Center as an RN Clinical Leader in the Thoracic Operating Room caring for Thoracic surgery patients within a nationally recognized healthcare system. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and easy access to Utah's world-class skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and breathtaking outdoor recreation just minutes from Salt Lake City.

Schedule

Schedule: 40 hours per week Orientation Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Orientation Duration: Based on prior experience and training needs Post-Orientation Schedule: Variable shifts based on department needs On-Call Requirement: Begins after orientation Call Schedule: Frequency and details vary based on departmental needs and staffing requirements.

Essential Functions

• Provides expertise in specialty areas; participates in clinical programs and policy development; supports standardization of care protocols.
• Educate and mentor nursing staff and other healthcare professionals on best practices and new developments in the specialty area.
• Uses research to improve nursing practice and develop care standards.
• Represents department on committees and works with healthcare team to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Acts as consultant and liaison to healthcare team, patients, families, and community.
• Promote and integrate evidence-based practices into clinical care, staying current with the latest research and advancements in specialty area.
• Directs and coordinates care team; provides or delegates care according to plan and licensure guidelines; manages time, supplies, and resources.
• Promotes nursing profession; integrates legal and ethical standards; practices within scope of licensure, complies with regulatory standards and documentation requirements.
• Uses assessment data and critical thinking to develop individualized care plans; involves patients, families, and team members.
• Reviews patient response to interventions; revises care plans as needed based on goal achievement and satisfaction.

Skills

• Patient Care
• Nursing Care Planning
• Clinical Nursing
• Interdisciplinary Teams
• Nursing Practice
• Teaching
• Documentations
• Leadership

Minimum Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in state of practice.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).
• Registered Nurses (RNs) hired or promoted into this role must obtain their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four years of their hire or promotion date. If there is an existing education agreement, that agreement will take precedence.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers Unit specific certification as required (i.e., ACLS, PALS, etc.). (Applicants must either have required additional certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALs, NRP) upon hire or must obtain them within a specified timeframe determined by service line and department guidelines.)
• One year of clinical nursing experience.
• Demonstrated experience in assigned clinical area.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide nursing staff.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN).
• Education must be obtained from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).
• Previous leadership experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required as of the job description's last update on 4/27/2025. Employees hired or promoted prior to this date will be held to the minimum requirements that were in place at the time of their promotion or hire.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing, and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical Center Work City: Murray Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $41.20 - $62.17

Compensation

Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $41.20 - $62.17

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Recruitment Process

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PEAK Program

Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Additional Information

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