Registered Nurse Cardiovascular Operating Room

15900 St Marys Hospital and Medical Center Inc; United States; On-site; USD 107,310,000 - 164,159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Mental health resources

Employee assistance program

Job summary

St. Mary’s Regional Hospital, part of Intermountain Health, seeks an experienced Cardiovascular OR Nurse to join our surgical services team in Grand Junction, Colorado.

You’ll collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to deliver safe, high‑quality CVOR care. Requirements include a BSN, Colorado RN license (or compact), BLS, ACLS/NRP/PALS as appropriate, and at least one year of cardiothoracic nursing experience.

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited program.
• Current Colorado RN license or compact license, required/eligible.
• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association (or ability to obtain within 60 days).
• ACLS/NRP/PALS as appropriate for unit/service.
• At least 1 year of Cardiothoracic nursing experience (highly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Recognize and address patients’ psychological and physical needs.
• Foster continuity and quality of care with patient and family in mind.
• Assess a patient's medical status upon admission.
• Assist in developing individualized treatment plans.
• Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines.

Skills

Cardiothoracic nursing experience

Education

BSN

Colorado RN license or compact

BLS Certification

ACLS/NRP/PALS

Job description

Job Description

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

Intermountain Health is investing in our most valuable resource…YOU! To support your professional development, we also offer up to $5,250 per year in education reimbursement, which can be used to obtain additional degrees, certifications/licenses.

St. Mary’s Regional Hospital is seeking a skilled and compassionate Cardiovascular OR RN to join our surgical services team. As a CVOR nurse, you’ll play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. You’ll collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and fellow nurses to ensure seamless operations and exceptional outcomes.

Perks and Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off and extended illness bank
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support up to $5,250/yr
• Mental health resources and employee assistance program
• Supportive leadership and a mission-driven culture

Outdoor Attractions Near Grand Junction

• Western Colorado Botanical Gardens – A peaceful retreat with tropical plants, butterflies, and walking paths
• Grand Junction Adventures – Guided rafting, climbing, and outdoor excursions for thrill‑seekers
• Las Colonias Trail – A scenic riverside path ideal for walking, biking, and birdwatching
• Columbine Park – A family-friendly green space with playgrounds and shaded picnic areas
• Royal Gorge Bridge & Park – One of the world’s highest suspension bridges with zip lines and panoramic views
• Las Colonias Park – A sprawling park with an amphitheater, paddleboarding, and dog‑friendly areas
• James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park – Wildlife viewing, fishing, and riverside trails
• Colorado National Monument – Towering red rock canyons and dramatic overlooks for hiking and photography

What We’re Looking For

You bring your body, mind, heart and spirit to your work as a CVOR Nurse. You’re generous with your compassion, your empathy and especially your voice, because your opinion matters. You’re equally comfortable with patients, families, colleagues, mentors and technology. You know how to move fast. You know how to stay organized. You know how to have fun. You’re great at what you do, but you want to be part of something even greater. Because you believe that while individuals can be strong, the right team is invincible.

St. Mary’s Regional Hospital is part of Intermountain Health, a faith-based, nonprofit healthcare organization that focuses on person-centered care. Our 346‑bed regional medical center is in Grand Junction, one of the most beautiful places on earth. Our mission is to bring health and hope to the poor, the vulnerable, our communities and each other.

Health & Well‑Being Support

Benefits are one of the ways we encourage health for you and your family. Our generous package includes medical, dental and vision coverage. But health is more than a well‑working body: it encompasses body, mind and social well‑being.

To that end, we’ve launched a Healthy Living program to address your holistic health. Healthy Living includes financial incentives, digital tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and paid time off. We also offer financial wellness tools and retirement planning.

Your Day

Department: Operating Room

Shift: 10 hours/day Monday – Friday, Variable days with call. some nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Recognize and address patients’ psychological and physical needs
• Foster continuity and quality of care with the best interest and well‑being of patients and their families in mind
• Assess a patients’ medical status upon admission
• Assist in developing individualized treatment plans
• Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines

Required Experience & Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited program
• Current Colorado RN license or compact license with the ability to obtain Colorado RN license, required
• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association or the ability to obtain within sixty (60) days of hire (with prior approval), required
• Current ACLS/NRP/PALS as appropriate for unit or service
• At least one (1) year of Cardiothoracnursing experience in a comparable acute care/surgical services setting, highly preferred

Other Important Information

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc). May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location: St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City: Grand Junction

Work State: Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $37.45 - $57.29

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

Equal Opportunity and Others

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