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Residential Nursing Supervisor at Intensive Residential Treatment (IRT) – Full T

Wasatch, Provo, Utah, us, 84605

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Join Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Full-Time Residential Nursing Supervisor at our Intensive Residential Treatment (IRT) program in Provo, Utah, earning

$34.76–$44.03/hour . In this leadership role, you'll oversee nursing operations in a residential mental health setting, support and supervise nursing staff, and collaborate closely with medical and clinical leadership to ensure safe, high-quality care for individuals receiving mental health and substance use treatment.

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM Compensation:

$34.76–$44.30 DOE and Education

Benefits

Utah Retirement Systems (Pension & 401(k) options)

Public Employees Health Plan (PEHP) Medical & Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits Plan

Employer-Provided Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Company-Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance

12 Paid Annual Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Scheduled Annual Pay Increases

About Us: Wasatch Behavioral Health Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration, innovation, empathy, and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive.

What You'll Do as aResidential Nursing Supervisor

Supervise and support nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, Human Service Workers, and other assigned personnel

Coordinate nursing schedules, shift coverage, staff assignments, and milieu schedules

Monitor nursing practices to ensure compliance with agency policies, licensing standards, and state regulations

Review, maintain, and sign off on clinical documentation, charts, and medication records

Oversee medication administration, narcotic counts, injections, and medication monitoring

Collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, hospitals, and external agencies regarding patient care

Prepare admissions, discharges, reports, audits, and required documentation for state agencies

Participate in treatment team meetings, quality assurance activities, and admissions committees

Provide staff training, in-services, and infection control education

Respond to on-call crises and provide consultation as needed

Perform group and individual health education and behavior management services

Assist with purchasing and inventory of food, medical supplies, and equipment

Complete additional duties as assigned to support program operations

Qualifications Education & Experience

Associate degree from an accredited nursing or medical program

Four (4) years of progressively responsible nursing experience OR Equivalent combination of education and experience

Licensure

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Utah (required)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses, psychotropic medications, and medication safety

Experience with supervision, staff development, and employee evaluation

Ability to manage crisis situations calmly and effectively

Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills

Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners

Spanish speakers may qualify for a wage increase

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in a clinical residential treatment setting with appropriate climate controls

Regular interaction with clients experiencing acute mental health and substance use needs

Duties require periods of standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and lifting

Occasional exposure to emotionally intense or crisis situations requiring professional judgment and emotional regulation

Requires sustained attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and adherence to regulatory standards

Frequent use of computers, medical equipment, and electronic health record systems

Work involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including nursing, clinical, medical, and administrative staff

Apply Today Ready to make a real impact? Submit your application today and take the next step toward a career that truly changes lives. We're excited to meet you and cheer you on as you grow with our team!

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