RN Registered Nurse (I)-Preop/PACU
Company: Denver Health
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Job SummaryUnder general supervision, the professional nurse
adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of
professional nursing and performance, and the ANA Code of Ethics to
provide care to all healthcare consumers. Applies critical
thinking, evidence-based practices and competence to collaborate
with the health care team to promote excellence in healthcare
consumer safety and quality outcomes. Utilizes the Theory of Human
Caring and Caritas in daily practice. "Jean Watson, PhD, RN,
AHN-BC, FAAN, Founder / Director, Watson Caring Science
Institute."ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate, detailed reports and
records Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in
patient's condition and vital signs Develop and modify patient care
plans as indicated by patient's responses and conditions Modify
patient treatment plans as indicated by patient's responses and
conditions Consult and coordinate with health care 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/health care
personnelPrepare patients for, and assist with examinations and
treatments Assess the needs of individuals, families and/or
communities to identify potential health or safety problems
Instruct individuals and families on health education and disease
prevention and after care Administer nursing care to ill, injured,
convalescent or disabled patients Medication administration,
documentation and reassessment Promote positive patient experience
Other job duties as assigned per unit addendumKnowledge, Skills &
AbilitiesAdherence to Standards of Professional Nursing Practice/
Process / Performance [ANA Standards addendum- signed] and
accrediting body standards. Ensures all duties, responsibilities
and competencies are conducted in a manner that is effective and
appropriate to patients/clients to who care/service is being
provided. Demonstrates knowledge and applicability of the
principles of growth and development over the life span, as well as
demonstrating the ability to assess data reflecting the patient's
status and interpreting appropriate cultural information of the
patient(s) to whom care/ services is being delivered/provided.
Employee has completed and met their clinical competency standards
Ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer
patient care. Skilled in maintaining effective working relationship
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.Computers and Technology Microsoft Office Suite required.
EPIC documentation preferred. Education Associate's Degree
(Required) Completion of an accredited nursing education program
that is accredited and satisfies the licensing requirements of the
Colorado State Board of Nursing for Registered Nurses. Bachelor's
degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Experience: At least one-year RN
experience in a direct patient care setting required. Bachelor's
DegreeExperience Credentials Registered Nurse (Required) Active
Registered Nurse (RN) License in the State of Colorado or a
participating compact state. National board certification is a
preference and encouraged for staff nurses. Active Registered Nurse
(RN) License in the State of Colorado or a participating compact
state. National board certification is a preference and encouraged
for staff nurses. Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) from American Heart
Association (Required) American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life
Support for Health Care Provider Certification/CPR. *Specialty
certifications as required/recommended per unit. All Certifications
and Licenses required for this job must be kept current as a
condition of continued employment. American Heart Association (AHA)
Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider Certification/CPR.
*Specialty certifications as required/recommended per unit. All
Certifications and Licenses required for this job must be kept
current as a condition of continued employment. Advanced Cardiac
Life Support (Required) ACLSPALSACLSPALSLocationConversionShiftWork
TypeIntermittent Pay RangeMinimum: 30.53Midpoint: 38.22Maximum:
45.87Plus14% Select Service Differential AND highly competitive
shift differentialsAll job applicants for safety-sensitive
positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional
offer of employment has been made.Denver Health is an integrated,
high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the
nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care
medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10
family health centers, 18 school-based health centers, Rocky
Mountain Poison and Safety, a Public Health department, an HMO and
The Denver Health Foundation.As Colorado's primary, and essential,
safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven
organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for
the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for
the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as
applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for
more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.Located
near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many
of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.We
strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an
equal opportunity employer (EOE).Denver Health is committed to
provide equal treatment and equal employment opportunities to all
applicants and employees. As an EOE, Denver Health does not
discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of
disability or any other federal, state or local protected
class.
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