University of Utah Health Research
PS Nurse Practitioner
University of Utah Health Research, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
PS Nurse Practitioner
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University of Utah Health Research
Open Date:
10/21/2025
Close Date:
01/21/2026
Requisition Number:
PRN43375B
Pay Rate Range:
$110,000
Location:
Campus, Salt Lake City, UT
Schedule:
Full Time, Day, variable (days, weekends, swing shifts)
Job Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) chosen for this position will provide care to our hospitalized patients primarily on our inpatient hematology service, with cross‑coverage responsibilities on our inpatient BMT service. This dynamic and challenging position requires excellent communication and collaboration skills. The NP will work with a high level of autonomy as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team to provide care to patients with complex hematologic malignancies who often also possess a wide range of comorbidities and internal medicine complications. The position is critical to ensuring that the mission and values of University of Utah Health Care are exemplified in every interaction with our patients in the Heme/BMT Program.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments, diagnose, order, and interpret diagnostic tests.
Initiate or recommend pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic therapies within scope of practice.
Provide patient and family education.
Attend educational in‑services as appropriate and participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
Perform selected invasive procedures for therapeutic and/or diagnostic reasons within scope of validated competence.
Comply with medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care initiatives.
Participate in quality, patient experience and efficiency improvement activities.
Meet with patients, families, and significant others about health and illness, with the goal of promoting ongoing health maintenance.
Evaluate, plan, implement, and re‑evaluate the care of individuals requiring emergency measures.
Actively support the Division and Program initiatives and goals.
Work with Directors of Advanced Practice and Heme/BMT Medical Director to formulate a plan for professional development.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah.
Licensure obtained by completing a Master’s degree in Nursing or equivalency and a National Certification requiring successful completion of a nationally accredited examination.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification in ACLS, BLS, NRP, or ATLS (may be required by your department or by privileging criteria).
Utah State prescriptive privileges.
Additional preference for candidates with experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds.
Benefits and Additional Information
University of Utah is an employee participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (URS). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’s post‑retirement rules and restrictions. Contact University Human Resources at
(801) 581‑7447
for information.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
EEO Statement 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 underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and affirmative action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu. Safety reports available at https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport. They also provide information about safety and security‑related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
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University of Utah Health Research
Open Date:
10/21/2025
Close Date:
01/21/2026
Requisition Number:
PRN43375B
Pay Rate Range:
$110,000
Location:
Campus, Salt Lake City, UT
Schedule:
Full Time, Day, variable (days, weekends, swing shifts)
Job Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) chosen for this position will provide care to our hospitalized patients primarily on our inpatient hematology service, with cross‑coverage responsibilities on our inpatient BMT service. This dynamic and challenging position requires excellent communication and collaboration skills. The NP will work with a high level of autonomy as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team to provide care to patients with complex hematologic malignancies who often also possess a wide range of comorbidities and internal medicine complications. The position is critical to ensuring that the mission and values of University of Utah Health Care are exemplified in every interaction with our patients in the Heme/BMT Program.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments, diagnose, order, and interpret diagnostic tests.
Initiate or recommend pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic therapies within scope of practice.
Provide patient and family education.
Attend educational in‑services as appropriate and participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
Perform selected invasive procedures for therapeutic and/or diagnostic reasons within scope of validated competence.
Comply with medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care initiatives.
Participate in quality, patient experience and efficiency improvement activities.
Meet with patients, families, and significant others about health and illness, with the goal of promoting ongoing health maintenance.
Evaluate, plan, implement, and re‑evaluate the care of individuals requiring emergency measures.
Actively support the Division and Program initiatives and goals.
Work with Directors of Advanced Practice and Heme/BMT Medical Director to formulate a plan for professional development.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah.
Licensure obtained by completing a Master’s degree in Nursing or equivalency and a National Certification requiring successful completion of a nationally accredited examination.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification in ACLS, BLS, NRP, or ATLS (may be required by your department or by privileging criteria).
Utah State prescriptive privileges.
Additional preference for candidates with experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds.
Benefits and Additional Information
University of Utah is an employee participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (URS). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’s post‑retirement rules and restrictions. Contact University Human Resources at
(801) 581‑7447
for information.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
EEO Statement 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 underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and affirmative action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu. Safety reports available at https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport. They also provide information about safety and security‑related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
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