Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center and Veterans Community Living Center ยท 1 week ago
Registered Nurse/Surgery Fulltime-$34.29-$51.42 per hour - $3,000 Sign On Bonus
Walsenburg, Colorado
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSpanish Peaks Regional Health Center is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic Surgical Services team. This role is primarily focused on Circulating Nurse responsibilities, including pre-operative preparation, post-operative recovery, and outpatient infusion services.
Emergency MedicineHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsHospital
Responsibilities
Serve as the patient advocate during surgical procedures, ensuring safety, dignity, and comfort at all times
Prepare the operating room by verifying required equipment, instruments, and supplies
Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and scrub personnel to maintain a sterile, efficient, and organized operative environment
Accurately document intraoperative care in the electronic health record
Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond promptly to changes throughout the procedure
Adhere to strict infection control and safety protocols in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards
Prepare patients for surgery, including assessments, education, and pre-operative readiness
Recover patients after surgery in accordance with PACU standards, monitoring vital signs, pain, and overall stability
Conduct pre-anesthesia screening calls to ensure patient readiness and address questions before the day of surgery
Perform weekly outpatient infusions, primarily on Tuesdays, ensuring safe medication administration and patient monitoring
Qualification
Required
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited learning institution
Minimum of three years work experience in direct nursing care
Demonstrated knowledge, skill and understanding of nurse role in a surgical setting
Advanced skill in patient safety in surgery setting; assume role as patient advocate
Advanced skill in clinical judgement, observation, knowledge and assessments with the ability to foresee needs that are essential to the success of the operation/surgery
Demonstrated ability to recognize and respond to opportunities for improvement through continual learning, changes in approach based on situation and professional practice behavior
Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications (e-mail, scheduling software, electronic health records, etc.)
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees and administration
Valid state license as an RN
Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support/PALS certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support/ACLS certification (may be obtained at facility)
Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job-specific immunizations
Required to complete Tuberculosis testing/screening
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)
Cafeteria Meal Discount
Medical benefits including telehealth options
Dental and vision benefits
Basic life insurance and AD&D (employer paid)
Supplemental Life/AD&D
Paid Time Off
Short-term disability (employer paid)
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Legal Insurance
Identity protection
Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)
Company
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center and Veterans Community Living Center
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center has proudly served Huerfano County since 1963, evolving into a trusted healthcare provider dedicated to improving the lives we touch.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kay Whitley
CEO
Kelea Nardini
Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer
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