Job Summary
Job Summary
The Division of
Pediatric Nephrology at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Clinical Nurse to function as a member of the nephrology
team. The nephrology team consists of 2 RN, 1 MA, and 3 APC’s working with 10 MD’s. This position will be responsible for delivering
professional nursing care to patients via phone, health portal, Tele Health and Tele Home, and in outpatient settings. Utilizes strong
organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status; implements clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms; develops,
implements, coordinates, and evaluates patient care plans and patient education materials to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe
and therapeutic environment.
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Excellent health care
coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary
Comparison for more information) - 14
.2% retirement contributions - Generous paid leave
time - 11 paid
Holidays per year - 50% tuition
reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children - Flex
spending accounts - University provided basic employee life
insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000 - Variety of elective insurance
coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical
illness, hospital indemnity, and pet. - Free transit on most UTA services
- Employee discounts on a
variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel - Professional development opportunities
Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Performs phone management with patients’ parents, chart
review, care coordination, triage, and problem management. Document pertinent information in patients chart. - Performs clinical
triage and provides telephone advice by assessing patient symptoms, determining urgency of care, and initiating appropriate interventions in
collaboration with providers and the central triage team. - Discusses patient and family concerns over the phone and/or via the
health portal secure messaging. - Provides and develops patient/family education materials surrounding common nephrology
disorders. - Communicates adjustments in treatment plans, including medication adjustments, to patients and families.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals in conjunction with
patient’s providers. - Monitors, coordinates, and manages care for patients with chronic nephrology conditions, including ongoing
assessment, care planning, and follow-up to support long-term health outcomes. - Develops and participates in educating patients and
their families about care programs. - Communicates lab & other test results to families.
- Assist with medication refills and
arrangements for medication infusions. - Assists providers and staff with patient-related paperwork such as letters of medical
necessity, DMV forms, school care plans, and pre-authorizations. - Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Works closely with central triage team to provide high quality, efficient care to patients and their families.
- Keeps current on
advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs. - Orients and educates new staff in division and departmental
procedures. - Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution, and initiates appropriate
interventions in crisis situations. - Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to
improve care. - Works with other parts of Clinical Enterprise (Triage, Scheduling, Referrals) to optimize patient care.
- Assists in clinic operations ad hoc as needed, including supporting providers prior to and after patient visits.
Incumbent will
be expected to provide high quality patient care in an organization focused on patient safety, patient and parent satisfaction, and positive
patient outcomes; advocates for patients and families to ensure unique needs are met; collaborates with highly skilled team members
dedicated to achieving patient goals and providing world class care; actively participates in educational opportunities. Education in
patient management is ongoing with the help of division members.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Preferred
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.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill
all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized
according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs
that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as
outlined in the position description.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level
of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of
all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Preferences
Special
Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN45017B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some flexibility available.
Department: 00848 -
Pediatric Administration
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $32.14 to $43.80
Close Date: 8/12/2026
Open
Until Filled:
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/201861
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