RN Surgical Care Unit

CommonSpirit Health • Lakewood, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, St. Anthony Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center that provides a full range of medical specialties and health care services to Denver and the surrounding region. The 3rd floor Med Surg Unit is a new 28-bed surgical unit specializing in post-operative care for general elective surgical cases. Our patients have a wide range of diagnoses requiring planned surgical intervention. This unit is a fast-paced environment that fosters teamwork and allows for the development of strong coworker relationships. It is also a great starting point for those interested in Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, and the OR. As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will facilitate, communicate, and collaborate with the healthcare team, patient, and family to identify and meet the patient's physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. You will promote the optimal health, well-being, and safety of the patient through the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines, and the State Nurse Practice Act. You will also demonstrate personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Nursing required; Nursing Diploma or by endorsement
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required for new graduates, preferred for experienced RNs
• One year experience preferred
• Nursing skills and knowledge base specific to specialty
• RN License required; Current state nursing licenses or valid RN license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact
• Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing preferred for experienced RNs

Responsibilities

• Facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team, and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient.
• Promote the optimal health, well-being and safety of the patient through use of the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines and the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Demonstrate personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree