Emergency Department RN

UCHealth•Loveland, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department RN provides direct nursing care in the Medical Center of the Rockies Emergency Department, a fast-paced, high-acuity department at Northern Colorado’s only Level I Trauma Center. The department cares for patients with a wide range of emergency and complex medical needs, including trauma, stroke, cardiac emergencies, behavioral health crises, pediatric illnesses, and other medical emergencies. Nurses collaborate with emergency physicians, trauma surgeons, specialty services, critical care teams, EMS, law enforcement, and regional transport services to deliver coordinated, compassionate, trauma-informed care. This onsite, full-time position is scheduled for 72 hours per two-week pay period on nights. The role supports nursing practice at the top of scope, evidence-based care, patient safety and quality, and a multidisciplinary approach to patient outcomes. Nurses may precept colleagues who are new to healthcare or UCHealth and are expected to welcome new knowledge in an innovative clinical environment. The department offers clinical education and professional development opportunities in a Magnet-designated hospital setting.

Requirements

State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
At least 6 months of nursing (RN) experience.
Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing-approved Registered/Professional Nursing program if the applicant has less than 3 years of experience.
ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire.
Advanced CPI, TNCC/ATCN, and ENPC within 1 year of hire.
BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, with the card in hand before the start date; the card must remain valid through 60 days of hire. Renewals must be issued by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care in the Emergency Department, including care for patients up to and including Level I trauma designation.
Use the nursing process to provide care at the top of scope of practice.
Work with a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional patient outcomes.
Prioritize wellness, the patient perspective, and evidence-based practice.
Model proficiency by precepting people new to healthcare and/or UCHealth.
Contribute to safety and quality at the point of care.
Continue learning and adapting in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Benefits

Night Shift Incentive Program pays full-time night-shift RNs $1,600 quarterly ($6,400 per year).
Three-Year Incentive Bonus recognizing contributions to quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure.
Annual merit pay increase based on performance.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits, including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, a group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off, paid family and medical leave, and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution; an additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; a health savings account is available when enrolled in a high-deductible medical plan.
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs.
UCHealth pays up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees for specific educational degrees; other programs may qualify for up to $10,000 per year prepaid or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.