PRN RN — Preop/PACU Care Specialist

Vail Health; Colorado; On-site; USD 52,348 - 82,656; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PRN differential 16%

Wellbeing reimbursement funds

403(b) contribution eligibility

Job summary

Vail Health is seeking a Preop/PACU Registered Nurse for PRN roles in Colorado. You will collaborate with providers and staff to deliver compassionate care, manage patient flow, educate patients, and ensure safe discharge planning.

Required: 1 year RN experience, Colorado RN license or compact state, BLS/ACLS/PALS. Minimum Associate Nursing Degree for hires after 07/01/2018. Hourly pay range listed and PRN differential included.

Qualifications

• One year RN experience required.
• Acute care experience preferred.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Colorado or from a valid compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), required.
• Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety and satisfaction.
• Provides patient education to facilitate plan of care, promote optimal wellness, and provide discharge instructions for home care.
• Demonstrates ability to delegate and or provide care appropriately and according to all regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates competent PreOP/PACU nursing skills with all patient types and age groups with minimal supervision.
• Administers medications, performs treatments, and assists in procedures as needed; consistently adhering to patient safety guidelines.
• Completes patient documentation and paperwork with accuracy.
• Ability to work in both PreOP and PACU and take call independently.
• Ability to assume new assignments as directed with competence and necessary skillset aligned with ASPAN standards.
• Ability to identify abnormalities and perform necessary interventions during post-operative emergencies.
• Delivers excellent service by utilizing Relationship-Based Care to advocate for safety, patient preferences, and optimal communication through partnering with patients and families.
• Role models the principles of a Just Culture.

Skills

RN experience

Acute care

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Education

Associate Nursing Degree

Job description

Vail Health is seeking a Preop/PACU Registered Nurse for PRN roles in Colorado. You will collaborate with providers and staff to deliver compassionate care, manage patient flow, educate patients, and ensure safe discharge planning.

Required: 1 year RN experience, Colorado RN license or compact state, BLS/ACLS/PALS. Minimum Associate Nursing Degree for hires after 07/01/2018. Hourly pay range listed and PRN differential included.