Youth Care of Utah·Draper, Utah
The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing patients' physical and behavioral health needs and implementing nursing care plans. They must coordinate care, administer medications, and maintain professional therapeutic rapport with patients and families.
Overview Join the Youth Care team! As the industry leader in providing mental health services to young people and their families for the last three decades, Youth Care’s solid strength gives unparalleled support to all employees. We are currently looking for a PRN nurse that can help cover 12 hour shifts, 7-7
REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs. Develop and implement nursing care plans. Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions. Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures. Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure. Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented. Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges. Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs. Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care. Accurately administer medications per ordered note. Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents. Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed. Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment. Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance use nursing experience a plus CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing school with a current RN license and at least one year of nursing experience. CPR, de-escalation, and restraint certifications are required.
Market context
Registered Nurse roles in Utah are typically in steady demand across healthcare settings, especially where care for older adults is a priority. These positions are competitive because employers look for an active Utah RN or LPN license, strong clinical assessment skills, and clear communication with a positive attitude toward the aging population. Before applying, review how your recent patient-care experience matches those requirements; job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.
