RN Outpatient Surgical

Overview

CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson part of CommonSpirit Heath a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood Colorado. The faith-based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system are: long-term care assisted and residential living communities community health services organizations home health agencies and numerous outpatient facilities.

Utilizes the nursing process to identify patient needs and priorities of care through assessment, planning, and delegation of care based on patient needs and evaluation of the patient's response. Is held accountable for policies and procedures of the department and organization. This position supports the mission, vision, and philosophy of CommonSpirit Health.

THIS POSITION COMES WITH A $20,000 SIGN ON BONUS AND IF ELIGIBLE RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AS WELL!!***

Responsibilities

1. Provides assessment of and preparatory care for all surgical outpatients with an emphasis on anticipation and prevention of complications

2. Assesses patient's health and continuously monitors; detect changes in symptoms, health or pain, and take action as necessary; and quickly and accurately assess patient care needs

3. Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol

4. Collaborates with other care staff to assure smooth transition for patient throughout the facility using proper hand off techniques

5. Administers medications, IV therapy, and treatments in compliance with policies and procedures

6. Provides patient and family education

7. Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Minimum of two (2) years RN experience

Required Licensure and Certifications

RN: ND

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

Strong oral communications skills

Ability to deal with conflict and difficult people

Strong critical thinking skills

Knowledge of all regulatory agencies and their standards and processes

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Pay Range

$32.08 - $46.51 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.