Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical ICU (SICU) - PRN

Denver Health • Denver, CO

2d • $36 - $58

About The Position

Denver Health is recruiting a mission-driven Registered Nurse for its Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU), a 23-bed unit that is part of a Level I Trauma Center, safety-net and tertiary-care center. The SICU cares for critically ill and complex general surgery patients, as well as patients age 15 and older with traumatic injuries. The unit’s patient population is 70–80% trauma patients, and its nurse-to-patient ratio is generally 1:2, with the most critical patients receiving 1:1 care. The unit is equipped to provide care for the full spectrum of critically ill and injured patients.

Under general supervision, the RN follows American Nurses Association standards of professional nursing practice and performance and the ANA Code of Ethics. The nurse uses critical thinking, evidence-based practice and clinical competence to collaborate with the healthcare team and promote patient safety and quality outcomes. Daily practice incorporates the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas.

This is a PRN/intermittent position. The listed salary is $36.00–$57.77 per hour.

Requirements

• Associate's degree required.
• Current Registered Nurse license through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• Adherence to American Nurses Association standards of professional nursing practice, process and performance, and accrediting-body standards.
• Ability to ensure duties, responsibilities and competencies are performed effectively and appropriately for 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.
• Skill in maintaining 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.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Microsoft Office Suite required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of individuals, families and/or communities to identify potential health or safety problems.
• Maintain accurate and detailed reports and records.
• Monitor, record and report symptoms, changes in patient condition and vital signs.
• Modify patient treatment plans in response to patient responses and conditions.
• Develop and modify patient care plans in response to patient 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 all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
• Direct and supervise less-skilled nursing and healthcare personnel.
• Instruct individuals and families in 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.

Benefits

• Social Security replacement retirement plan with a 3% employer contribution.
• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes.
• Community resource navigation support.
• Childcare discount programs.
• Discounts and perks on brands, travel and other offerings.
• Education and development opportunities, including career pathways and coaching.
• Tuition assistance, career advancement pathways and professional development.
• Loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Employer contributions and nationally recognized well-being programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree