Job Summary

The Division of Pediatric Cardiology in the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Clinical Nurse to support the Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) program. This role assists in the coordination and management of clinical services for patients with congenital heart disease across the lifespan, including adolescents and adults. The Clinical Nurse will work closely with cardiologists, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary care teams to support patient care coordination, clinical follow-up, and communication with patients and families. The Pediatric Cardiology Division is based at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
14.2% retirement contributions
Generous paid leave time
11 paid Holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
Free transit on 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 at https://benefits.utah.edu/.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Adult Congenital Heart Disease Clinic Coordination

Respond to patient questions and concerns received through phone messages or electronic medical record messaging.
Coordinate patient care activities including follow-up appointments, diagnostic testing, and specialty referrals.
Review and follow up on laboratory results and diagnostic studies completed during clinic visits.
Assist with prescription management, medication renewals, and patient education regarding medication use.
Support anticoagulation monitoring and coordination for patients requiring specialized management.
Facilitate referrals to subspecialists such as maternal fetal medicine, vascular medicine, gynecology, and other relevant services.
Provide follow-up communication with patients after emergency department visits, hospitalizations, or missed clinic appointments.
Maintain and update ACHD patient care documentation including health passports and other patient care records.
Complete administrative documentation such as disability forms, school or employment paperwork, and driver’s license medical clearances as needed.

Pre-Clinic Coordination

Coordinate pre-visit diagnostic testing and imaging as directed by cardiologists or advanced practice providers.
Schedule and coordinate clinic visits for new and established ACHD patients.
Assist with coordination of complex visits for patients traveling from outside the region who require multiple tests or consultations.

Clinic Day Responsibilities

Support providers during ACHD clinic sessions by assisting with care coordination and follow-up planning.
Arrange recommended follow-up services such as nutrition consultation, sleep studies, imaging studies, or genetic testing.
Track and maintain databases of pending testing results including genetic testing and other specialized studies.
Coordinate with insurance services, social work, and ancillary departments to support patient care needs.

Post-Clinic Follow-Up

Coordinate referrals and follow-up care recommended during clinic visits.
Maintain clinical tracking systems and patient care databases for the ACHD program.
Ensure follow-up visits are scheduled and required documentation is completed in the electronic medical record.
Assist with requests for outside medical records and coordination of procedural orders.

Program Support

Support quality improvement and clinical program initiatives within the ACHD service.
Participate in team meetings and collaborate with providers and staff to improve care delivery for ACHD patients.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease program and Pediatric Cardiology Division.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Comments

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners and behavioral health patients.

The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate 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.

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.

Preferred

Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.

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.

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.

Preferences

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams while managing multiple patient coordination tasks.

Applicants will be screened according to preferences.

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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

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.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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 Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Posting Specific Questions

Do you have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah or equivalency?
- Yes
- No
If you do not hold current Utah licensure please explain, including anticipated date of licensure:
(Open Ended Question)
Do you have a current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system?
- Yes
- No- willing to obtain within 30 days of hire
- No

Clinical Nurse - Adult Congenital Heart Disease