Registered Nurse - GI Lab

Denver Health•Denver, CO

3d•$36 - $58

About The Position

Denver Health is recruiting a mission-driven Registered Nurse for its GI Lab. The RN works independently and rotates through the pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure areas, overseeing aseptic technique in accordance with infection-control practices. In the intra-procedure area, the RN administers, monitors, and reverses procedural sedation; performs cardio-respiratory monitoring and arrhythmia recognition; and provides emergency airway management. The RN contacts patients to provide education, communicate pathology results, and discuss colorectal cancer screening. The role also involves working independently with a therapeutic GI physician during ERCPs, upper and lower EUS procedures, colonoscopies, and endoscopies, including stent placement, cyst drainage, and stone removal. The RN follows American Nurses Association standards of professional nursing and the ANA Code of Ethics. The role applies critical thinking, evidence-based practice, clinical competence, and the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas while collaborating with the healthcare team to support patient safety and quality outcomes. The position is a regular day-shift role. The listed pay range is $36.00–$57.77 per hour.

Requirements

Minimum Associate's Degree in Nursing.
BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Registered Nurse license through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
Adherence to professional nursing practice, process, and performance standards and accrediting-body standards.
Ability to deliver duties and competencies effectively and appropriately to patients 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 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 emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Clear communication skills.
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a direct patient-care setting.
EPIC documentation experience.

Responsibilities

Rotate through pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure GI Lab areas.
Oversee aseptic technique in accordance with infection-control practices.
Administer, monitor, and reverse procedural sedation.
Perform cardio-respiratory monitoring, recognize arrhythmias, and provide emergency airway management.
Contact patients to provide education, communicate pathology results, and discuss colorectal cancer screening.
Work independently with a therapeutic GI physician during ERCPs, upper and lower EUS procedures, colonoscopies, and endoscopies.
Assist with stent placement, cyst drainage, and stone removal.
Adhere to ANA professional nursing standards and the ANA Code of Ethics.
Apply critical thinking, evidence-based practices, clinical competence, and the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice.
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.
100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Retirement plans with immediate eligibility and 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 perks.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center.
Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, free student loan coaching, and assistance navigating the program.
National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligibility.