RN Acute Care - Cardiology Medicine - Innovative Schedule with 12 Paid Weeks Off Annually

Company: UCHealth
Location: Denver
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Job Description:

Description

Facility: UCHealth Anschutz Impatient Pavilion (Aurora, CO)

Department: Cardiology Medicine

- Full-time

- Nights

Participate in a brand new, innovative FlexSchedule Nursing Program:

Four 12-hour shifts for 12 weeks, then take 4 paid weeks off.

Here's how FlexSchedule works -

• The schedule: Work four 12 hour shifts per week during a 12-week period, followed by 4 weeks off
• The pay: A pre-determined FlexBank contribution is deducted from each of your six working pay periods (12 weeks). You keep getting paid while you enjoy 4 weeks off from this FlexBank contribution, without interruption to your benefit coverage.
• Eligibility requirements: Full-time (0.9) working in acute care straight-night positions, one year of RN experience, no shift rotation.
  
  We are offering a night incentive to Full-time nurses of $1,600 after completing full time commitment every 13 weeks.
  
  At UCHealth, we do things differently
  
  We believe in something different: a focus on the individuality of every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorado's largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients and their families. We foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job, it's a passion.
  
  Summary:
  
  Provides direct patient care, at a proficient level, using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
  
  Job Duties:
  
  • Provides care in a 24/7 Acute Care environment.
  • Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans based on patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available resources.
  • Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to a multidisciplinary care team. Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
  • Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances. Effectively delegates patient care to ancillary personnel. May precept student nurses and new hires.
  • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
    Requirements:
    
    • 1 year of nursing (RN) experience.
    • State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider. BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. All life support certification cards must be issued by either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer. (American Red Cross for the Professional Rescuer is only good upon hire and all renewals will need to be through an American Heart Association sanctioned course.)
      Preferred:
      
      • Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
        Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There's no limits to your potential here.
        
        Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today!
        
        UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
        
        The pay range for this position is: $33.08 - $51.27/ hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
        
        UCHealth offers a Five Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of five years' employment.
        
        UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:
        
        • Full medical, dental and vision coverage
        • Retirement plans to include pension plan and 403(b) matching
        • Paid time off. Start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank
        • Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options
        • Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
        • Wellness benefits
        • 5-year incentive bonus
        • Full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance
        • Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may also qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year
          Loan Repayment:
          
          • UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!
          • UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.
            
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