Registered Nurse PreOp/PACU - Seasonal
About The Position
Vail Health is hiring a seasonal Registered Nurse for its Basalt location. The nurse provides care to patients and their families before and after surgical procedures, collaborating with providers, staff, and other team members to support optimal patient outcomes. The position requires expert, compassionate, individualized nursing care in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. Seasonal staff may be eligible for Vail Health-supported housing, a season-completion bonus, health insurance, wellness reimbursement credit, and 403(b) retirement contribution eligibility, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. The hourly pay range is $37.90–$60.45, based on relevant education and experience.
Requirements
- At least one year of clinical experience.
- Registered Nurse license in Colorado or a valid compact-state license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
- Associate degree in nursing or higher for positions hired after 07/01/2018.
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 in accordance with Colorado statute.
- Apply 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 while following patient-safety guidelines.
- Coordinate patient care with physician practices, Vail Health, and other parties to support patient care and satisfaction.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Use Relationship-Based Care to advocate for safety and patient preferences, and promote communication with patients and families.
- Model the principles of a Just Culture and organizational values.
- Perform other duties as assigned and comply with HIPAA.
Benefits
- Vail Health-supported housing for seasonal staff, subject to eligibility.
- Season-completion bonus, subject to successful completion of the season and eligibility requirements.
- Health insurance for eligible seasonal staff.
- Wellness reimbursement credit for seasonal staff.
- 403(b) retirement contribution eligibility.
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Education Level
Associate degree
