Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Call Program

Intermountain Health; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 51,205 - 77,379; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PACU Call Program

Opportunities for ongoing skill development

Culture that values teamwork and work-life balance

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate should have a current RN license and a BSN degree is preferred. The position offers a competitive hourly rate ranging from $37.17 to $56.17, focusing on flexibility and professional growth in a collaborative healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) certification upon hire or within 60 days.
• Preferred BSN degree and previous experience as a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Document in accordance with hospital and regulatory guidelines.
• Promote mission, vision, and values of SCL Health.

Skills

Patient care assessment

Therapeutic interventions

Nursing process

Clinical excellence

Education

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing

BSN degree (if ASN/ADN)

Job description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. Uses the nursing process, technology, therapeutic interventions, evidence‑based practice, and coordination with health team members.

Join a highly respected perioperative team in a vibrant Colorado community. This unique PACU Call Program role is ideal for nurses seeking flexibility, clinical excellence, and meaningful recovery‑room care.

Benefits & Perks

• PACU Call Program offering flexibility while maintaining strong clinical engagement.
• Supportive, experienced PACU team focused on safe, high‑quality postoperative recovery.
• Modern perioperative environment designed for efficiency, comfort, and excellent patient outcomes.
• Opportunities for ongoing skill development and professional growth.
• A culture that values teamwork, communication, and work–life balance.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• On‑call coverage from 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM
• 60 hours of call per week
• 40 hours guaranteed

Scope

• Reviews and monitors therapy and treatment plans.
• Documents in accordance with hospital and regulatory guidelines.
• Uses resources as needed.
• Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by service behavior standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• May be required to float to other departments based on business need.
• May be required to be placed on‑call during a regularly scheduled shift.

Education

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing is required.
• A Registered Nurse with an ASN/ADN degree must complete a BSN degree within four (4) years from the date of hire unless having a minimum of fifteen (15) years of proven continuous RN experience in an acute care setting.
• Failure to obtain a BSN within that period may result in suspension or termination of employment.
• Any RN who takes legally protected leave during the four‑year period may have the period extended by a comparable amount of time.

Required Certification

• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS‑HCP) certification upon hire or within 60 days of hire with prior approval.
• (ACLS/NRP/PALS as appropriate for unit or service.)

Preferred Certification

• BSN degree.
• Certification as appropriate for unit or service.
• Previous experience as a Registered Nurse.
• 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

Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital, Wheat Ridge, Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Hourly Rate

$37.17 – $56.17

Benefits Package

We care about your well‑being – mind, body, and spirit – and provide a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Additional Information

All positions subject to close without notice.