Registered Nurse Neuro Trauam ICU

CommonSpirit Health • Lakewood, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, St. Anthony Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center that provides a full range of medical specialties and health care services to Denver and the surrounding region. The Neuro Trauma Intensive Care Unit department has 36 beds, with 24 in the NTICU and 12 in the NVICU. The primary focus in NTICU is trauma and neuro trauma, with typical patient diagnoses including MVA/MCA, TBI, penetrating trauma, assaults, SDH, SAH, IVH, SCI, and orthopedic fractures. In the NVICU, patients typically include stroke patients, post IR patients, craniectomy for tumor resection/debulking, SAH/IVH (non-trauma), and status epilepticus. The nursing staff works closely with physician groups to collaborate on care. Nursing is well respected and a vital part of the care team. The unit has a strong culture of teamwork and a well-rounded residency program for new nurses. This role contributes to advancing modern nursing by providing skills, experience, and commitment to compassionate care within a faith-based, mission-driven culture.

Requirements

• At least six months of direct RN experience (for sign-on bonus eligibility)
• Associates Degree in Nursing required
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required for new graduates
• One year RN ICU experience
• RN License required
• Current state nursing licenses or valid RN license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact
• Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

Nice To Haves

• Nursing Diploma or by endorsement
• Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing preferred for experienced RNs

Responsibilities

• Facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team, and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient.
• Promote the optimal health, well-being and safety of the patient through use of the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines and the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Demonstrate personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values.

Benefits

• $20,000 sign-on bonus (for eligible external hires into full-time or part-time positions)
• Up to $8,000 in relocation assistance (depending on location)

What This Job Offers

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