New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care Surgical-Trauma
About The Position
We are recruiting for a mission-driven New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care Surgical-Trauma to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department 4B Med/Surg Surgical Trauma Telemetry Unit (4B) is a fast-paced surgical/trauma telemetry unit specializing in trauma, bariatrics, gender confirming care, general thoracic surgeries. This surgical/trauma unit also takes care of overflow general medicine patients. Patients are considered medically challenging with most having underlying disease processes. This 30-bed, high acuity care unit requires an exceptional level of critical thinking. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5 and CNAs have a patient ratio of 1:10. Job Summary Under general supervision, the professional nurse adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of professional nursing and performance, and the ANA Code of Ethics to provide care to all patients. Applies critical thinking, evidence-based policies, procedures, guidelines and competence to collaborate with the healthcare team to promote excellence in patient safety and quality outcomes. Utilizes the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice. "Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Founder / Director, Watson Caring Science Institute" We understand the support needed for a new nurse to be successful. With this in mind, we offer a 12-month Nurse Residency Program that provides monthly education classes and hands-on clinical experiences, designed to ease the transition from student to practicing professional nurse. Our program builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in nursing education programs.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree Nursing Required
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
- RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
- Knowledge of techniques, methods and competencies of clinical nursing practices.
- Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient care environment.
- Knowledge of standards, policies and procedures of Denver Health as they pertain to nursing.
- Skill to properly use medical instruments and laboratory equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
- Ability to apply nursing principles, practices and techniques.
- Ability to assess patients’ needs and coordinate proper nursing care.
- Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
- Ability to use computers and computer systems.
- Microsoft Office Suite required.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills preferred.
- EPIC documentation preferred.
Responsibilities
- Learn and execute all job functions as performed by a fully credentialled RN (50%)
- Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patient’s condition and vital signs (5%)
- Develop and modify patient care plans as indicated by patient’s responses and conditions (5%)
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patient’s responses and conditions (5%)
- Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care (5%)
- Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity (5%)
- Prepare patients for, and assist with examinations and treatments (5%)
- Assess the needs of individuals, families and/or communities to identify potential health or safety problems (5%)
- Instruct individuals and families on health education and disease prevention and after care (5%)
- Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent or disabled patients (5%)
- Medication administration, documentation and reassessment (5%)
Benefits
- Generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs.
- Tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development.
- Meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.
- Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
- 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
- Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
- Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
- Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
- Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
