Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients. The staff RN utilizes the nursing process by using technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice, and coordination of care with other health team members.

Location

Lutheran Hospital, Wheat Ridge, Colorado

Schedule & Call Requirements

• Primary Shift: 5:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• May include responsibilities in both Pre‑Op and PACU
• Weekday and weekend call, with potential future reduction in weekday call

Essential Functions

• Assess:
  Conduct appropriate assessment of physical, social, and psychological status, integrating multidisciplinary information.
• Plan:
  Collaboratively develop individualized plans of care, involving patient, family, team, and physician.
• Implement:
  Direct interdisciplinary care team via delegation and coordination, ensuring care aligns with plan and professional standards.
• Evaluate:
  Review patient response to interventions, revise care as needed.
• Professionalism:
  Promote nursing profession, adhere to legal and ethical standards, and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

• Patient Care Delivery
• Nursing Fundamentals
• Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
• Documentation
• Professional Etiquette
• Accountability
• Patient Care Coordination
• Communication
• Patient Evaluation
• Critical Thinking

Minimum Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice.
• BSN degree from an accredited institution.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).
• Newly licensed RNs must obtain a BSN within four years of hiring.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need to see, read, and assess information and patient needs.
• Frequent verbal communication with patients, providers, and visitors.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate equipment and perform documentation.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and move patients and equipment, including heavy items.
• Standing and walking for extended periods.

Hourly Range

$37.17 – $56.17 per hour, dependent on experience. Scheduled weekly hours: 36.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Work‑life balance and wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities

Intermountain Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.