Clinical Nurse PRN

About the role

The University of Utah College of Nursing seeks a registered nurse to provide clinical support in Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) facilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a nurse‑led clinic that emphasizes independent practice, teamwork, and quality care for adolescents in secure and detention settings. In this role you will assess patients, implement clinical interventions, develop care plans, and make a real impact on the lives of youth in JJYS custody. The position is based at JJYS facilities from Provo to Ogden, with regular collaboration across the clinical team and facility partners. We seek a self‑motivated, dependable, and organized nurse who is comfortable serving as the primary on‑site clinical staff member during scheduled hours. This role requires strong nursing judgment, proactive communication, and the ability to manage routine clinic responsibilities independently while maintaining close connection with the broader care team. A nurse practitioner provides support remotely; the successful candidate is expected to communicate clearly, identify follow‑up needs, and consult or escalate concerns when additional guidance is needed. This in‑person position offers a chance to positively impact young, vulnerable individuals and provides opportunities for professional growth and involvement in healthcare improvement organizations. Join us to lead, excel, and make a real impact. We believe that varying backgrounds and perspectives increase the success of our organization committed to creating a fair and welcoming environment for all.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and assesses actual or potential patient health problems through nursing assessment, patient interaction, and review of relevant clinical information.
• Assesses, plans, and implements evidence‑based interventions to prevent, manage, and resolve patient health problems.
• Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in the patient’s record.
• Evaluates patient response to interventions and recommends or implements modifications to the plan of care as appropriate and within nursing scope.
• Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post‑discharge care programs.
• Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
• Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
• Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.