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Overview

_As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA_

Position requires approval from CNO. This position will work directly under the Nurse Manager to assist in the operations and strategic planning of human resources, customer/patient services, for their assign nursing unit. In support of the organization's goals and mission, the incumbent supports the Nursing Manager in leading the functions of their assigned area. The Assistant Nurse Manager works directly with Nurse Manager to ensure patient safety and quality of care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

+ This position in addition to the following may be required to provide patient care within the assigned unit.

+ Assist in hiring, training, developing and communicating with staff.

+ Responsible for patient satisfaction scores within assigned area(s).

+ Responsible for upholding PROMISE standards of direct reports and team members.

+ Responsible to achieve quality goals for assigned area(s).

+ Manages and promotes continuous process improvements in assigned area(s).

+ Responsible to provide staff feedback on performance, including on-time appraisals and coaching.

+ Responsible to assist with annual evaluations.

+ Responsible to deal with conflicts in a proactive manner and to reach resolution in a timely manner.

+ Forms positive relationships with staff, peers, and senior leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and performance standards of the organization.

+ Actively engages staff with updates and news as well as involving staff in decisions and work teams. Provides feedback and recognition when appropriate.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

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

+ Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.

+ Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.

Qualifications

Qualifications** **Required

+ Bachelors of Science in Nursing.

+ Two years of nursing experience.

Licenses Required

+ Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

+ Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.

_* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department._

Qualifications (Preferred)

Preferred

+ Master's degree in Nursing.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

_Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation._

+ This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients, while providing medical care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

_To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected]_

EEO Statement

_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations._

_All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities._

_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both._

_To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/_

_Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/_

_The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules._

_This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen._

**Requisition Number** _76957_

**Reg/Temp** _Regular_

**Employment Type** _Full-Time_

**Shift** _Day_

**Work Schedule** _M-F 0700 - 1530_

**Location Name** _University of Utah Hospital_

**Workplace Set Up** _On-site_

**_City_** _SALT LAKE CITY_

**_State_** _UT_

**Department** _UUH IPC 25A CARDIOVASCULAR ICU_

**Category** _Nursing_

**Workplace Set Up** _On-site_