Job Information
University of Utah PS Spv, Nursing in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 04/07/2025
Requisition Number PRN41579B
Job Title PS Spv, Nursing
Working Title PS Spv, Nursing
Job Grade UGR
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Full-time, 40 hours a week. Availability Monday through Friday from 7:30am-5:30pm.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location Other
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $79,789 - $113,360
Close Date 07/07/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Job Summary
The University of Utah Department of Pediatrics is excited to announce an immediate opening for a Nurse Supervisor at our West High School Clinic ( WHSC ) location. We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative and hard-working individual who, in collaboration with the Medical and Behavioral Directors of WHSC Clinic, and the leadership of the Division of General Pediatrics, will be responsible for assisting with planning, organizing, and directing all of West High School Clinic’s clinical workflow, customer service, human resource, and financial operations to ensure quality of service and care consistent with the U Health and Department of Pediatrics standards.
The WHSC Clinic offers multidisciplinary services including pediatrics, developmental pediatrics, counseling, psychiatry and addiction psychiatry services. The clinic is busy with not only recurring attendings from these specialties present but also their respective learners rotating throughout the clinic. The WHSC Clinic Nurse Supervisor will provide the primary administrative oversight of the clinic on a day-to-day basis with the Medical and Behavioral Directors physically present approximately 2-3 days/week. The Nurse Supervisor will be responsible for developing integrated workflows for the multiple specialties and cross training the team of medical assistants to be able to provide appropriate supports to all specialties. Furthermore, as the nurse presence at the clinic, the Nurse Supervisor will also be expected to triage medical questions beyond the scope of the medical assistants’ practice.
The ideal candidate would have leadership experience and clinical experience as an outpatient pediatric or school nurse. Spanish speaking is preferred but not required.
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Excellenthealth care coverageat affordable rates
14.2% retirement contributionsthat vest immediately
Generouspaid leave time
11 paid Holidaysper year
50% tuition reductionfor employee, spouse, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
Free transiton 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 athttps://benefits.utah.edu/
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
1. (15%) Works collaboratively with the West High School Clinic Medical and Behavioral Directors and General Pediatrics Division Manager to:
Ensure quality of service and care are consistent with U Health and Department of Pediatrics standards;
Ensure performance goals and benchmarks are met.
2. (15%) Works collaboratively with the West High School Clinic Medical and Behavioral Directors and Division Manager to:
Assess clinical workflow processes to accommodate multidisciplinary specialties presence in the clinic;
Asses triage-based priority scheduling system;
Supervise, hire and cross train creative, positive and enthusiastic support staff;
Grow and develop a functional and efficient clinic team.
3. (10%) Works alongside the WHS Medical and Behavioral Directors and General Pediatrics Division Manager to establish policies and procedures in the areas of customer service, human resources and budgetary goals that are consistent with the U Health and Department of Pediatrics standards.
4. (30%) Works collaboratively with the West High School Clinic Medical And Behavioral Directors to provide primary administrative oversight and support of the clinic on a day-to-day basis with the Medical and Behavioral Directors physically present approximately 2-3 days/week including:
Triaging medical questions beyond the scope of practice of the medical assistants;
Providing backup support to team members as needed.
5. (10%) Works collaboratively with West High Clinic Medical and Behavioral Directors to monitor patient volumes, quality of care, and performance of staff to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies for improvement.
6. (5%) Ensures customer satisfaction by analyzing complaints, concerns and suggestions and providing appropriate follow through.
7. (10%) Ensures competency of staff through the development and/or presentation of educational programs and through ongoing staff performance evaluations.
8. (5%) Serve as a liaison between the Department of Pediatrics, various Departments in the School of Medicine, and West High School and Salt Lake City School District leadership to ensure quality of care and age-appropriate care is being delivered.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required.
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Seldom: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids).
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required.
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
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.
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.
Two years of nursing experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
This position requires a sound knowledge of nursing practice and exceptional leadership abilities.
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.
Preferences
Preferences
·Master of Nursing ( MSN )
5+ years outpatient pediatric nursing and or school nursing experience
Experience with community health education, multidisciplinary health education/training
Fluency in Spanish, both oral and written
Applicants will be screened according to preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a 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). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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.
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