Surgery

UCHealth•Colorado Springs, CO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This Registered Nurse position is in the PACU at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital Memorial Hospital Central in Colorado Springs. The role provides direct perioperative care in the PACU, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, or Operating Room levels of care. The nurse practices at the top of scope using the nursing process and evidence-based care, works within a multidisciplinary team, prioritizes wellness and the patient perspective, and contributes to safety and quality at the point of care. The position also involves modeling proficiency by precepting colleagues who are new to healthcare or UCHealth and welcoming new knowledge in a fast-paced, innovative clinical environment. AORN and ABPANC core curricula and certification standards are included in evidence-based care models. Clinical educators support individualized specialty education, training, and competency validation during clinical orientation. This is an onsite, full-time role scheduled for 72 hours per two-week pay period on evenings. The listed pay range is $38.91–$60.31 per hour, depending on relevant experience.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing-approved Registered/Professional Nursing program if the applicant has less than 3 years of experience.
State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification and any relevant life support certification determined at the position level.
At least 6 months of RN experience or completion of the UCHealth Fellowship program.
ACLS and PALS certification within 6 months of hire.
BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, with the card in hand before the start date; the card must remain valid through 60 days of hire. Renewals must be issued by the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care using the nursing process and practice to the full scope of the role.
Deliver perioperative care in PACU, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, or Operating Room levels of care.
Work with a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional outcomes.
Prioritize wellness, the patient perspective, and evidence-based practice.
Model proficiency by precepting people new to healthcare and/or UCHealth.
Contribute to safety and quality at the point of care.
Complete individualized specialty education and training for competency validation during clinical orientation.

Benefits

Three-Year Incentive Bonus, accumulated annually and paid in October during the third year of employment.
Annual merit pay increase based on performance.
Annual market reviews and base pay adjustments as needed.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution; an additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; a health savings account is available with enrollment in a high-deductible medical plan.
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs.
Up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid for specific educational degrees; other programs may qualify for up to $10,000 per year prepaid or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.