Assistant Director of Nursing

Full-time, in-office position located at 1480 N 8000 W, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116.

About the Role

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Correctional Health Services is hiring for an Assistant Director of Nursing. This role involves interpreting and implementing procedures, standards, and regulations for nursing and ancillary medical care within a state institution.

Responsibilities

• Administer appropriate nursing care within the generally recognized scope of practice.
• Administer nursing policies for a state institution.
• Assure the provision of quality nursing services.
• Act as the Nursing Director in their absence.
• Prescribe nursing interventions to aid in the implementation of care strategies.
• Direct or supervise nursing personnel.
• Demonstrate competency with medication administration, including injections and IVs.
• Perform patient assessments and communicate information to providers.
• Provide medical guidance, training, and instruction in an administrative position.
• Apply treatment plans developed by a licensed professional.
• Understand and apply first aid, CPR, and proper patient care.
• Adhere to federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

• Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of Utah (Utah Code: 58-31b-301(2)(b)).
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in nursing or healthcare administration (Master’s preferred).
• BLS and ACLS certification.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed as an RN in the State of Utah.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in nursing or healthcare administration (Master’s preferred).
• BLS and ACLS Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in correctional healthcare.
• 2 years of clinical experience in a clinical role (med/surg, ER, critical care, or psychiatric nursing).
• Minimum of one year of experience as a full-time manager.
• BLS instructor and ACLS instructor certification.

Work Environment

• Risks found in a typical office setting (adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated).
• May involve sitting, walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, or driving.
• If working in a correctional environment, safety and risk issues inherent to correctional facilities are presumed.

Background Check & Drug Test

• Must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• Drug test required.

Benefits

• Work/life balance with a focus on culture and well-being.
• Job stability within a well-established organization.
• Career growth and leadership opportunities.
• Meaningful work contributing to community and organizational goals.
• Supportive work environment valuing cooperation and mutual support.