PACU Registered Nurse

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.

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

This position is posted as a PACU 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 placement in the PACU Registered Nurse practice setting. Selected candidates will be assessed through interviews and other job-related evaluations conducted by 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 may carry additional certification, education, and experience requirements which must be met.

Post anesthesia care nurses provide a critical role in the continuum of surgical care in all surgical settings by providing pre‑ and post‑operative care to patients recovering after surgery or other procedures. They monitor vital signs, manage pain, and ensure patients regain consciousness safely. These nurses are essential in identifying complications early and providing immediate interventions.

• Nurse 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.

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 Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi‑state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.

• Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.

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 may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners and behavioral health patients.

• 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, walking.

Multi‑lingual candidates welcomed.

To inquire about this posting, email: careersh.edu.

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…