SEASONAL Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgery - Full time
About The Position
Aspen Valley Health is hiring a seasonal, short-term Registered Nurse for its Surgery department. The position is anticipated to begin November 30, 2026, and end January 18, 2027. The Operating Room RN provides professional nursing care in accordance with accepted standards of practice and AVH policy, using the Nursing Process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. The RN supports the medical staff’s treatment plan, recommends changes when appropriate, and educates patients and families about the plan of care and disease management. The role also supports the nursing philosophy through excellence in patient care, professional development, interpersonal relations, time management, and continuous quality improvement. The position has a 10-hour mids shift. The listed compensation range is $56.15–$89.83, with night and weekend shift differentials of up to $10 per hour. Final compensation depends on qualifications, including relevant experience, education, and certifications. Seasonal employees may purchase discounted bus passes for commuting, participate in the 457B plan, and take part in AVH-hosted programs. Aspen Valley Health is described as a 25-bed community hospital combining a small-town atmosphere with the technical expertise of a major medical center.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Nursing (ADN).
- Unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Colorado, or ability to obtain one before the start date.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; may be obtained upon hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s (BSN) or Master’s (MSN) degree in Nursing.
- Experience at a Joint Commission-accredited facility with an official Operating Room Training Program.
- Orthopedic experience as an OR RN.
- Scrub and circulating experience.
- Successful completion of Periop 101.
- Experience with EPIC.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional nursing care in accordance with accepted standards of practice and Aspen Valley Health policy.
- Use the Nursing Process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
- Support the medical staff’s treatment plan and recommend changes when appropriate.
- Educate patients and families about the plan of care and disease management.
- Strive for excellence in patient care, professional development, interpersonal relations, time management, and continuous quality improvement.
Benefits
- Eligibility to purchase discounted bus passes for transportation to and from work.
- Eligibility to participate in the 457B plan.
- Access to AVH-hosted programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
