University of Utah Health·Salt Lake City, Utah
The Nurse Apprentice provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, including assisting with activities of daily living and patient education. They also document the nursing process and participate in quality management to ensure safe and efficient patient outcomes.
Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education.
Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect.
University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.
EO/AA This position is responsible for providing patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Providing direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.
Once the incumbent successfully passes nursing board exams and is licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, the incumbent must apply for a Clinical Nurse position to be promoted.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience.
Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Essential Functions Works under the supervision of a registered nurse to assess, plan, implement and re-evaluate interventions for solving patient care problems. Formulates care plans for specific patients, consults with supervising nurse for oversight, and documents the nursing process in patient's record. Works under the guidance of the supervising nurse to develop and participate in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs. Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs. Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care. Assists the patient with Activities of Daily Living (ADL). Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks. Performs unit specific duties as required. Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification. Performs as an integral component of the health care team. At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care demands of a 24/7 complex health system. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts is considered an essential function of the role. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Demonstrated availability to work variable and rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in a 24/7 patient care environment. Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above. Ability to provide care to the population served. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
Candidates must hold a current license as a Temporary RN Apprentice or Temporary Graduate Nurse in the State of Utah. Additionally, they must be able to perform physically intensive tasks and work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Market context
In Utah, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with current RN licensure and BLS certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer BSN-prepared nurses and may prioritize applicants who can meet post-April 27, 2025 BSN requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and highlight any BSN progress or relevant clinical experience in your application.
