Registered Nurse PreOp/PACU, PRN

Howard Head; Edwards (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing reimbursement funds

403(b) contribution eligibility

Job summary

Howard Head is seeking a Registered Nurse for PreOp/PACU in Edwards, CO. This PRN pool shift role focuses on delivering compassionate nursing care, triaging patient needs, educating patients and families, and coordinating care with providers.

Responsibilities include medication administration, assisting procedures, and maintaining HIPAA compliance while upholding safety and quality standards in a fast-paced perioperative setting.

Qualifications

• One-year clinical experience required.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Colorado or a valid compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required; Pediatric ACLS (PALS) required.
• Minimum of Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Must have working knowledge of English (reading, writing, speaking).

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily patient flow in PreOp/PACU to optimize safety and satisfaction.
• Triage incoming patient requests for services.
• Deliver patient education to facilitate care plans.
• Administer medications and assist in procedures with patient safety.
• Coordinate patient care with physicians and Vail Health staff.
• Demonstrate independent work capability with minimal supervision.

Skills

Nursing care

Triage

Patient education

Medication administration

Care coordination

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

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Registered Nurse PreOp/PACU, PRN

Schedule

Schedule PRN / Pool Shift Days

Details

Company Vail Valley Surgery Center Location Edwards, CO Category Nursing Clinical Yes Close Date October 31, 2026

Pay

Hourly $37.90 – $60.45 USD

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here .

About the opportunity:

This position assumes responsibility and accountability for providing nursing care for patients and their families. Assure expert, compassionate, individualized nursing care for patients and families is expected. They collaborate with providers, staff and other members of the team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

What you will do:

• Oversees the daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety and satisfaction.
• Demonstrates ability to triage incoming patient requests for services.
• Delivers patient education to facilitate plan of care, employer informed healthcare choices, and promote optimal wellness.
• Demonstrates ability to delegate care appropriately and according to Colorado statue.
• Demonstrates competent healthcare assessment skills, prioritizing skills and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrates ability to handle high telephone volume of patient requests for medications, information and assistance.
• Administers medications, performs treatments, and assists in procedures as needed; consistently adhering to patient safety guidelines.
• Coordinates patient care with other physician practices, Vail Health and others as needed to achieve the highest possible level of patient care and satisfaction.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• 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 principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What you will need:

Experience:

• One-year clinical experience required.

License(s):

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state required.

Certification(s):

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.

Computer / Typing:

• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Education:

• Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.

PRN (POOL) benefits include: Wellbeing reimbursement funds and 403(b) contribution eligibility.

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Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.