Senior Registered Nurse

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Utah in Salt Lake City is seeking a Senior Registered Nurse to provide advanced nursing care and supervise clinical staff within the Correctional Health Services Division.

The role is in-person at the Utah State Correctional Facility, requiring licensure as an RN in Utah and experience in correctional healthcare. Background checks and drug testing are required, with strong emphasis on leadership and clinical coordination.

Qualifications

• RN license in Utah (day-one)
• Minimum of one year licensure and clinical RN experience
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Preference for 1 year acute care medical, psychiatric, EMS, or correctional health experience
• BLS/ACLS/TNCC certifications are desirable

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced and supervisory nursing tasks within Clinical Services.
• Direct/supervise medical staff as needed.
• Exercise independent professional judgment based on licensure and clinical settings.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Clinical coordination

Staff assignment

Critical thinking

Education

Utah RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

TNCC certification

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $46.47

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

Application Deadline – 10/27/2026*

• 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.

Key Responsibilities

The Correctional Health Services Division is seeking to hire a Senior Registered Nurse to perform a full range of advanced and supervisory tasks for health programs or nursing assignments within Clinical Services at the Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City, Utah. The individual hired will exercise independent professional discretion based on licensure in general duty settings and clinical nursing settings for the Correctional Health Services Division. May also direct/supervise medical staff.

Ideal Candidate

• Two or more years as a Registered Nurse with at least one year of correctional healthcare experience
• Have strong supervisory and management skills
• Have the ability to coordinate clinical activities and follow-up.
• Have skill in directing staff assignments based on priority of care
• Have critical thinking skills in resolving clinical issues
• Understand triage principles and actions
• Be a positive motivator
• Have a solid understanding of principles, theories, and practices of nursing
• Have the ability to assess staffing needs and patterns; make appropriate staff assignments.

Please note: An offer of employment will be contingent on the applicant successfully passing a DHHS background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening.

Supplemental Information

• Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of Utah. Utah Code: 58-31b-301(2) (b)
• 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.

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• A minimum of one year of licensure and clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Preference will be given to candidates with one year of acute care medical, psychiatric, EMS and correctional health experience

Preferred Or Trainable/on-the-job Qualifications

• BLS, ACLS, TNCC certifications

About The Role

Location

1480 N 8000 W

Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116

United States

Background Check Required

You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required

Yes

Schedule Code

AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

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.

The Agency

For more information on Correctional Health Services, please visit 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].