New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care Float Pool

Denver Health • Denver, CO

1d • $36 - $58

About The Position

Denver Health is recruiting a mission-driven New Graduate Registered Nurse for its Inpatient Float Pool. Under general supervision, the nurse floats to inpatient areas according to scope of practice and Denver Health floating guidelines, responding to changing hospital staffing needs. Float nurses are scheduled to support a 24/7 facility, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The role follows American Nurses Association professional nursing standards and Code of Ethics, uses critical thinking and evidence-based practice, and collaborates with the healthcare team to promote patient safety and quality outcomes. The nurse also incorporates the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas into daily practice.

This role is intended for candidates with no previous RN experience. New nurses participate in a 12-month Nurse Residency Program featuring monthly education classes and hands-on clinical experiences to support the transition from nursing student to professional nurse. The float team offers mentorship, collaborative peers, onboarding, clinical and leadership growth opportunities, and flexible scheduling. Float staff receive 15% on top of base pay, plus applicable shift, weekend, holiday, and certification differentials.

The position is regular, 0.9 FTE, on the night shift. The listed pay range is $36.00–$57.77 per hour. Denver Health offers paid time off, parental leave, retirement contributions, health coverage, well-being programs, tuition assistance, professional development, and other benefits.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree.
• Registered Nurse license through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing techniques, methods, and competencies.
• Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient-care environment.
• Knowledge of Denver Health nursing standards, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in properly using medical instruments and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Ability to apply nursing principles, practices, and techniques.
• Ability to assess patient needs and coordinate appropriate nursing care.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Ability to use computers and computer systems.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills.
• EPIC documentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform job functions expected of a fully credentialed registered nurse.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms, changes in patient condition, and vital signs.
• Develop and modify patient care plans based on patient responses and conditions.
• Modify patient treatment plans based on patient responses and conditions.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments and assist with them.
• Assess individuals’, families’, and/or communities’ needs to identify potential health or safety problems.
• Instruct individuals and families on health education, disease prevention, and aftercare.
• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients.
• Administer medications and complete documentation and reassessment.
• Float to inpatient areas according to scope of practice and Denver Health floating guidelines.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, including vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
• 100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
• Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
• Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
• Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and other offerings.
• Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
• Education, coaching, and professional development through the Workforce Development Center.
• Career advancement pathways and a professional clinical advancement program.
• Shared governance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, free student loan coaching, and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
• Eligibility for National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps programs.
• Float staff premium pay of 15% on top of base pay, plus shift, weekend, holiday, and certification differentials.
• Mentorship, onboarding, and clinical and leadership growth opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree