Acute Care Short Stay Registered Nurse

UCHealth; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UCHealth in Fort Collins seeks an RN Acute Care Short Stay to provide compassionate, evidence-based care for brief hospitalization, performing assessments, administering meds, and coordinating safe discharges.

You will collaborate with physicians and an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and families, and uphold safety and quality standards in a fast-paced unit with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments
• Administer medications and treatments per orders
• Coordinate discharge planning and transitions
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team
• Educate patients and families about care plans
• Uphold safety and quality standards

Job description

UCHealth is seeking an RN Acute Care Short Stay nurse to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients requiring brief hospitalization. In this fast-paced unit, you'll perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications and treatments, and coordinate discharges to ensure safe transitions. You'll collaborate closely with physicians and an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and families, and uphold safety and quality standards. UCHealth offers a supportive, learning-focused environment with opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and participation in innovative clinical practice and research.