Assistant Director of Nursing

Assistant Director of Nursing

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $60.00
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Angie Rhodes | arhodes@utah.gov |
Application Deadline – 8/31/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Correctional Health Services is hiring for an Assistant Director of Nursing.

The Assistant Director of Nursing will:

• Interpret and implement pertinent procedures, standards, and regulations for nursing and/or ancillary medical care.
• Administer appropriate nursing care within the generally recognized scope of practice.
• Administer nursing policies for a state institution.
• Assure the provision of quality nursing services.
• Acts as the Nursing Director in his/her absence.
• Prescribing nursing interventions to aid in the implementation of strategy of care.
• May also direct or supervise nursing personnel.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess:

• competency with medication administration to include various routes including injections and IV
• competency with patient assessment
• competency with communication of information to provider
• the ability to provide medical guidance, training, and instruction in an administrative position
• a solid understanding of principles, theories, and practices of nursing
• the ability to follow and apply treatment plans developed by a licensed professional
• an understanding of first aid and CPR 
• a knowledge of proper care to patients
• a solid understanding of federal and/or state laws, regulations, policies and procedures

Supplemental Information

• Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of Utah. Utah Code: 58-31b-301(2) (b)
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• If the employee is working in a correctional environment with an inmate population, safety and risk issues inherent while working within a correctional facility are presumed.

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• Licensed as an RN in the State of Utah
• Bachelors Degree or higher in nursing or healthcare administration, Masters preferred
• BLS, ACLS Certification

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications: 

• 2 years of experience in correctional healthcare
• 2 years of clinical experience in a clinical role (med/surg, ER, critical care or psychiatric nursing)
• Minimum of one year of experience as a full-time manager
• BLS instructor and ACLS instructor certification

About the Role

Location –
1480 N 8000 W
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – Yes
Schedule Code – AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. 
• Meaningful Work: Contri