Intraoperative Registered Nurse

University of Utah

SALT LAKE CITY, UT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Research, Clinical Competency, Compensation Management, Hospital, Leadership, Mentoring, Nursing, Nursing Management, On Call, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Physical Demands, Quality Metrics, Registered Nurse (RN), Risk Management, Surgical Procedures
LOCATION
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
POSTED
8 days ago

Overview

Nurses are required to take 3-5 shifts a month of Neuro On-Call during the weekends, Holidays and after 1900 weekdays.

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

Job Family

Nursing: Nursing provides patient care, promotes health, prevents illness and supports positive patient care outcomes through comprehensive care and patient advocacy.

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 is posted as an Intraoperative Registered Nurse and may be filled at multiple career levels, based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skill set.

All qualified applicants will be considered for appropriate placement within the Intraoperative Registered Nurse practice setting. If selected to move forward in the hiring process, candidates will be assessed through interviews and other job related evaluations conducted by the hiring manager and clinical leadership.

The final position level and corresponding compensation will be determined at the time of offer, based on the candidate's assessed competencies, experience, and alignment with the requirements of each level within the practice setting. Different career levels within this practice setting may carry additional certification, education, and experience requirements, which must be met to qualify for placement at the corresponding level.

Intraoperative nurses play a critical role in the operating room in all surgical settings by managing the overall environment, ensuring patient safety, and supporting the surgical team during procedures. This nurse acts as the patient's advocate throughout the intraoperative phase, coordinating care and maintaining sterile conditions.

Level 1 (N1) - Supervised Learner

  • Entry level nurse that develops foundational clinical skills while providing patient care under close supervision.

Nurse Level 2 (N2) - Independent Practitioner

  • Developing nurse that independently manages routine patient care and escalates more complex clinical needs as appropriate.

Nurse Level 3 (N3) - Confident Practitioner

  • Experienced nurse that independently manages typical patient complexity, anticipates needs, and adapts care to clinical variations.

Nurse Level 4 (N4) - Leader and Mentor

  • Advanced level clinician that leads complex cases and serves as a clinical resource and mentor to other nursing staff.

Nurse Level 5 (N5) - Master Clinician

  • Expert clinician and procedural leader that autonomously manages the highest risk scenarios and advances practice through education and leadership.

Qualifications

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.

Physical Requirements

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

About the Company

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University of Utah

The state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, the University of Utah is the flagship university of the state. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to more than 31,000 students (23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). The University is noted for its high research profile, its diversity of ideas and people, its stunningly beautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, and collegiality of its faculty staff, and students. Imagine yourself working in a collaborative, creative, respectful environment where everyone’s contribution is needed and appreciated – University of Utah!

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1850
WEBSITE
http://www.utah.edu/