RN Acute Care Medical Surgical
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPennsylvania Street, North Capitol Hill, Denver, Colorado, 80274, United States
About the Team
UCHealth is dedicated to improving lives in big ways through learning, healing, and discovery, and in small, personal ways through human connection. Employees are considered the organization's number one asset. The Medical Surgical North department at UCHealth Memorial Hospital North operates as a 24/7 acute care environment, fostering a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.
About the Role
This Registered Nurse position is an onsite role located at UCHealth Memorial Hospital North in Colorado Springs. The role provides direct patient care at a proficient level, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice, as well as the organization's policies, values, and mission.
You will work the Night shift on a full-time basis (72 hours per pay period). In this fast-paced environment, you will plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans based on assessments to optimize outcomes and maximize resources. The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to coordinate patient care, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and spiritual or psychosocial support needs. Additionally, you will evaluate learning needs to provide appropriate patient and family education and may precept student nurses and new hires.
Hiring Process
This position will remain open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly to be considered for this opportunity.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
UCHealth always welcomes talent and recognizes the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity offer the institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. The organization 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. No applicant shall be discriminated against based on race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Pennsylvania Street, North Capitol Hill, Denver, Colorado, 80274, United States
Denver, Colorado
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide direct patient care in a 24/7 acute care environment
- check_circleDelegate patient care tasks to ancillary personnel and precept student nurses
- check_circleProvide patient and family education tailored to age, culture, and condition
- check_circlePlan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans based on assessments
- check_circleMonitor, record, and communicate patient conditions to the multidisciplinary team
- check_circleCollaborate across disciplines to coordinate patient transfers, discharges, and referrals
Requirements
- verifiedGraduate of accredited nursing program if less than 3 years experience
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
- verifiedState licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
- verifiedBasic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification
- verified6 months of nursing (RN) experience
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree in Nursing
Benefits & Perks
check_circle3-Year Incentive Bonus for quality, patient experience, and tenurecheck_circleAnnual Merit Pay Increase based on performancecheck_circleMedical, dental, and vision coveragecheck_circle24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependentscheck_circleDiscounted gym memberships and fitness resourcescheck_circleFree Care.com membershipcheck_circleVoluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, legal, identity theft, pet, auto, and home insurancecheck_circlePaid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave, and leaves of absencecheck_circleEmployer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up optionscheck_circleEmployer-provided short-term and long-term disability with buy-up options
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Registered Nurse, Bachelor's Degree In Nursing, Basic Life Support, BLS, CPR.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
Frequently asked questions about RN Acute Care Medical Surgical at UCHealth
What does a RN Acute Care Medical Surgical at UCHealth do?expand_more
A RN Acute Care Medical Surgical at UCHealth is responsible for the following: Provide direct patient care in a 24/7 acute care environment; Delegate patient care tasks to ancillary personnel and precept student nurses; Provide patient and family education tailored to age, culture, and condition; and Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans based on assessments.
What are the requirements for this RN Acute Care Medical Surgical role?expand_more
UCHealth is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Graduate of accredited nursing program if less than 3 years experience; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred; State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN); Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification; and 6 months of nursing (RN) experience.
Where is the RN Acute Care Medical Surgical role at UCHealth located?expand_more
RN Acute Care Medical Surgical at UCHealth is based in Pennsylvania Street, North Capitol Hill, Denver, Colorado, 80274, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this RN Acute Care Medical Surgical job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
UCHealth has listed this RN Acute Care Medical Surgical role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this RN Acute Care Medical Surgical role?expand_more
RN Acute Care Medical Surgical at UCHealth typically requires 0.5+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
What skills do you need for the RN Acute Care Medical Surgical role at UCHealth?expand_more
Key skills for RN Acute Care Medical Surgical at UCHealth include Registered Nurse; Bachelor's Degree In Nursing; Basic Life Support; BLS; and CPR.
What education is required for RN Acute Care Medical Surgical at UCHealth?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
What category does the RN Acute Care Medical Surgical role belong to?expand_more
RN Acute Care Medical Surgical at UCHealth is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About UCHealth
UCHealth is a nonprofit health system headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, operating within the hospitals and health care industry. Established in 2012, the organization was created to expand access to innovative patient care and enhance operational efficiencies across the Rocky Mountain region by merging academic-based medicine with community-focused services. The system functions as a 501(c)(3) entity dedicated to optimizing health care delivery and addressing unanswered questions regarding individual and community well-being.
The network encompasses nationally recognized hospitals, clinic locations, and health care providers serving residents throughout Colorado, southern Wyoming, and western Nebraska. This extensive footprint allows the organization to deliver excellent care close to home for diverse populations. The system focuses on providing advanced treatments designed to improve the lives of patients and their families beyond local borders.
Success at UCHealth is measured by the quality of its team rather than solely by patient volumes or treatment outcomes. The organization prioritizes building a workforce of exceptional clinical staff and expert physicians who consistently act in the best interest of the individuals they serve. This commitment to people and community health drives the daily operations of the health system.
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