OR Registered Nurse- Outpatient Medical Center
About The Position
Denver Health is recruiting a mission-driven OR Registered Nurse for its Outpatient Medical Center. The Outpatient Operating Room has six state-of-the-art surgical suites equipped with 4K video integration technology and provides day-surgery services across general surgery; pediatric and adult dental care; gender affirmation; orthopedics and sports medicine; podiatry; GU/GYN; ophthalmology; vascular; pediatrics; oral and maxillofacial surgery; plastic and hand surgery; and ENT. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:1. Under general supervision, the nurse follows American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of professional nursing and performance and the ANA Code of Ethics. The role applies critical thinking, evidence-based practices, and clinical competence while collaborating with the healthcare team to promote patient safety and quality outcomes. Daily practice uses the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas. This is a regular 0.9 FTE position. The listed pay range is $36.00–$57.77 per hour. Applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree required.
- One year of operating room experience or completion of Periop 101 required.
- BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
- ACLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
- Registered Nurse license from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) required.
- Adherence to ANA standards of professional nursing practice, process, and performance and accrediting-body standards.
- Ability to deliver duties, responsibilities, and competencies effectively and appropriately to the patients or clients receiving care or services.
- Knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and ability to assess patient-status data and interpret relevant cultural information.
- Completion of applicable clinical competency standards.
- Ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
- Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly.
- Microsoft Office Suite required.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in a direct patient care setting preferred.
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification preferred.
- EPIC documentation experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess individuals’, families’, and/or communities’ needs to identify potential health or safety problems.
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms and changes in patients’ conditions and vital signs.
- Modify treatment plans in response to patients’ responses and conditions.
- Develop and modify patient care plans in response to patients’ responses and conditions.
- Prepare patients for examinations and treatments and assist with them.
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
- Monitor aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
- Direct and supervise less-skilled nursing and healthcare personnel.
- Instruct individuals and families on health education, disease prevention, and aftercare.
- Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients.
- Administer and document medications and reassess patients.
- Promote a positive patient experience.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to promote patient safety and quality outcomes.
Benefits
- Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, including vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
- Fully paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
- 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 select brands, travel, and other offerings.
- Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center.
- Career advancement pathways and a professional clinical advancement program.
- Shared governance.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, free student-loan coaching, and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
