Planned Parenthood Association of Utah
Director of Nursing
Planned Parenthood Association of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Overview
Planned Parenthood Association of Utah (PPAU) is seeking a
Director of Nursing
to serve as a mentor and clinical guide for our team of Registered Nurses. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with the Metro Health Center Manager and work alongside the Chief Medical Officer, Senior Director of Health Services, and Abortion Administrator to ensure the highest standards of patient care, clinical compliance, and staff development. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical and counseling services across all aspects of reproductive health—including abortion—while shaping processes that promote safe, effective, and compassionate care in alignment with PPAU protocols, policies, and procedures. This is an opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community.
Responsibilities
Upholds and models PPAU’s mission, policies, and procedures in all activities
Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and PPAU policies
Demonstrates respect for diversity and inclusivity in all daily activities
Meets agency standards for performance, attendance, and punctuality
Provides direct patient care within licensure scope, including value-neutral counseling to empower patients to make informed reproductive health decisions
Advises, counsels, and provides referrals as appropriate
Delivers appropriate care for both wanted and unwanted pregnancies
Recognizes and manages common gynecologic and non-gynecologic health issues, providing treatment or referral per agency protocols
Performs physical assessments with an emphasis on reproductive health
Maintains clinical systems, such as abnormal lab follow-ups, to ensure compliance with agency protocols
Completes client medical documentation and other required records accurately and promptly
Supports patient care through tasks such as prescription refills, phone consultations, and follow-up
Maintains awareness of clinic financial and patient data
Actively participates in the Centralized Follow-Up team
Performs additional duties as required to support patient care and clinic operations
Maintains licensure and participates in continuing medical education; keeps BLS certification current
Nursing Leadership
Ensures nursing staff comply with federal, state, and local regulations
Supports the Abortion Administrator and Health Center Manager in state inspector site visits
Participates in the hiring, training, and performance evaluation of nursing staff
Participates in the orientation and mentoring of students and trainees
Collaborates with the health care team to maintain patient care standards and enhance operational efficiency
Completes annual staff reviews for all nursing personnel
Actively monitors and supports productivity and team performance
Responds constructively to feedback and implement improvements as needed
Represents PPAU professionally and positively to patients, staff, volunteers, donors, and community members, demonstrating commitment to quality care and service excellence
Participates in Medical Leadership Meetings with Lead Clinicians and Medical Director
Coordinates emergency drills for both medical and non-medical situations
Quality and Risk Management
Recognizes and addresses ethical, legal, and professional issues in patient care
Serves as an active member of PPAU’s Quality & Risk Management subcommittees
Completes, evaluates, and follows up on medical occurrences, identifying patterns or trends when applicable
Develops annual abortion audit and training calendar in collaboration with the medical leadership team
Completes assigned abortion and medical audits according to the calendar and communicates findings and reports
Collaborates with team members to improve systems, processes, and service quality
Attends and actively participates in all required staff meetings and training sessions
Additional Duties and Responsibilities for Director of Nursing
Works evenings and weekends as needed. Normal office hours M - F.
Rotates with other nursing staff to respond to after-hours calls
What We're Looking For
Current RN Utah license without restriction
Bachelor of Nursing or nursing degree with equivalent leadership training (preferred)
2+ years clinical experience in Women’s Health or reproductive healthcare
Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required
Yearly influenza vaccination required unless qualified for medical or religious exemption
Compensation and Benefits Base pay range: $87,360.00/yr - $87,360.00/yr
This range is provided by Planned Parenthood Association of Utah. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Affordable medical and dental benefits
Voluntary Vision, Accident and Identity Protection benefits
Company paid basic life insurance
Company paid short term and long term disability coverage
Pet insurance and Critical Illness insurance
403(b) and Roth plan with 4% employer match
Generous PTO
13 paid holidays
Free subscription to CALM
Annual uniform allowance
8 weeks 100% paid parental leave after one year of service
Unlimited access to the EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
A caring and empowering workplace culture
Salary noted: $87,360 per year. Upon passing a Spanish proficiency exam, hourly pay may increase by $1.00 to reflect language skills.
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Director of Nursing
to serve as a mentor and clinical guide for our team of Registered Nurses. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with the Metro Health Center Manager and work alongside the Chief Medical Officer, Senior Director of Health Services, and Abortion Administrator to ensure the highest standards of patient care, clinical compliance, and staff development. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical and counseling services across all aspects of reproductive health—including abortion—while shaping processes that promote safe, effective, and compassionate care in alignment with PPAU protocols, policies, and procedures. This is an opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community.
Responsibilities
Upholds and models PPAU’s mission, policies, and procedures in all activities
Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and PPAU policies
Demonstrates respect for diversity and inclusivity in all daily activities
Meets agency standards for performance, attendance, and punctuality
Provides direct patient care within licensure scope, including value-neutral counseling to empower patients to make informed reproductive health decisions
Advises, counsels, and provides referrals as appropriate
Delivers appropriate care for both wanted and unwanted pregnancies
Recognizes and manages common gynecologic and non-gynecologic health issues, providing treatment or referral per agency protocols
Performs physical assessments with an emphasis on reproductive health
Maintains clinical systems, such as abnormal lab follow-ups, to ensure compliance with agency protocols
Completes client medical documentation and other required records accurately and promptly
Supports patient care through tasks such as prescription refills, phone consultations, and follow-up
Maintains awareness of clinic financial and patient data
Actively participates in the Centralized Follow-Up team
Performs additional duties as required to support patient care and clinic operations
Maintains licensure and participates in continuing medical education; keeps BLS certification current
Nursing Leadership
Ensures nursing staff comply with federal, state, and local regulations
Supports the Abortion Administrator and Health Center Manager in state inspector site visits
Participates in the hiring, training, and performance evaluation of nursing staff
Participates in the orientation and mentoring of students and trainees
Collaborates with the health care team to maintain patient care standards and enhance operational efficiency
Completes annual staff reviews for all nursing personnel
Actively monitors and supports productivity and team performance
Responds constructively to feedback and implement improvements as needed
Represents PPAU professionally and positively to patients, staff, volunteers, donors, and community members, demonstrating commitment to quality care and service excellence
Participates in Medical Leadership Meetings with Lead Clinicians and Medical Director
Coordinates emergency drills for both medical and non-medical situations
Quality and Risk Management
Recognizes and addresses ethical, legal, and professional issues in patient care
Serves as an active member of PPAU’s Quality & Risk Management subcommittees
Completes, evaluates, and follows up on medical occurrences, identifying patterns or trends when applicable
Develops annual abortion audit and training calendar in collaboration with the medical leadership team
Completes assigned abortion and medical audits according to the calendar and communicates findings and reports
Collaborates with team members to improve systems, processes, and service quality
Attends and actively participates in all required staff meetings and training sessions
Additional Duties and Responsibilities for Director of Nursing
Works evenings and weekends as needed. Normal office hours M - F.
Rotates with other nursing staff to respond to after-hours calls
What We're Looking For
Current RN Utah license without restriction
Bachelor of Nursing or nursing degree with equivalent leadership training (preferred)
2+ years clinical experience in Women’s Health or reproductive healthcare
Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required
Yearly influenza vaccination required unless qualified for medical or religious exemption
Compensation and Benefits Base pay range: $87,360.00/yr - $87,360.00/yr
This range is provided by Planned Parenthood Association of Utah. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Affordable medical and dental benefits
Voluntary Vision, Accident and Identity Protection benefits
Company paid basic life insurance
Company paid short term and long term disability coverage
Pet insurance and Critical Illness insurance
403(b) and Roth plan with 4% employer match
Generous PTO
13 paid holidays
Free subscription to CALM
Annual uniform allowance
8 weeks 100% paid parental leave after one year of service
Unlimited access to the EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
A caring and empowering workplace culture
Salary noted: $87,360 per year. Upon passing a Spanish proficiency exam, hourly pay may increase by $1.00 to reflect language skills.
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