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

Denver Health and Hospital Authority • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Denver Health is recruiting a mission-driven Registered Nurse for its 23-bed Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU), a key part of its Level I Trauma Center, safety-net, and tertiary care center. The unit cares for critically ill or complex general surgery patients and traumatically injured patients ages 15 and older; 70–80% of its patients have experienced trauma. The SICU has a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio, with the most critical patients cared for at 1:1.

Under general supervision, the RN follows American Nurses Association standards of professional nursing and performance and the ANA Code of Ethics. The nurse applies critical thinking, evidence-based practices, and clinical competence while collaborating with the healthcare team to 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 range is $36.00–$57.77 per hour.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree.
• Less than one year of work experience required.
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Registered Nurse license through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
• Adhere to ANA standards of professional nursing practice, process, and performance, and accrediting body standards.
• Perform duties, responsibilities, and competencies effectively and appropriately for the patients or clients receiving care or services.
• Know and apply principles of growth and development across the lifespan; assess data reflecting patient status and interpret relevant cultural information.
• Complete and meet 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 emergencies.
• 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, detailed reports and records.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms and changes in patients’ conditions and vital signs.
• Modify patient treatment plans based on patients’ responses and conditions.
• Develop and modify patient care plans based on patients’ 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 on 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.
• Exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more.
• Education and development opportunities, including career pathways and coaching.
• Tuition assistance.
• Career advancement pathways.
• Professional development.
• Loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Employer contributions.
• Nationally recognized well-being programs.

What This Job Offers

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