PreOp/PACU RN - Surgery Center

Vail Health Hospital • Vail, CO

2d • $40 - $63

About The Position

The PreOp/PACU RN provides nursing care for patients and their families, delivering expert, compassionate, individualized care. The nurse collaborates with providers, staff, and other team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes. This role is based at a surgery center and requires working independently with minimal supervision. No weekends, holidays, or call are required.

Requirements

• At least one year of clinical experience.
• Current Registered Nurse license in Colorado or a valid compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Minimum Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after July 1, 2018.
• Possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, computer skills needed for online learning, job-specific competencies, online forms and policies, and benefits enrollment.
• Working knowledge of English, including reading, writing, and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety, and satisfaction.
• Triage incoming patient requests for services.
• Provide patient education to support the plan of care, informed healthcare choices, and wellness.
• Delegate care appropriately and according to Colorado statute.
• Use healthcare assessment, prioritization, and critical-thinking skills.
• Handle high volumes of telephone requests for medications, information, and assistance.
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and assist with procedures as needed while adhering to patient safety guidelines.
• Coordinate patient care with other physician practices, Vail Health, and others to support high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Use Relationship-Based Care to advocate for safety and patient preferences and promote communication by partnering with patients and families.
• Role-model the principles of a Just Culture and organizational values.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with HIPAA.

Benefits

• Relocation and housing assistance available.
• Competitive wages.
• Four weeks of paid parental leave.
• Housing programs.
• Childcare reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Tuition assistance.
• Existing student loan repayment.
• Specialty certification reimbursement.
• Annual supplemental educational funds.
• Up to five weeks of paid time off in the first year, increasing each year.
• 403(b) retirement plan with immediate matching.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement.
• Recreation discounts.
• Pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

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