RN Acute Care Medical

UCHealth; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 48,615 - 75,368; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000/year

Job summary

UCHealth in Aurora, Colorado is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Medical Acute Care Unit. This full-time position requires providing direct patient care in a fast-paced environment and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate between $35.29 and $54.71, based on relevant experience. UCHealth also provides a generous benefits package, including health coverage, retirement plans, and educational support for career growth.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) state licensure required.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• 6 months of nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides top-of-scope direct patient care using the nursing process.
• Values a multidisciplinary team approach for exceptional outcomes.
• Contributes to quality and safety at the point of care.

Skills

Nursing process

Multidisciplinary team approach

Evidence-based practice

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Description

Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion, Aurora - CO

Department: Medical Acute Care Unit

FTE: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Day and Night Rotation

Pay: $35.29 - $54.71 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option

Work nights, earn more - our Night Shift Incentive Program pays $1,600 quarterly ($6,400/year) to full-time night shift RNs and LPNs

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program if less than 3 years' experience. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• 6 months of nursing (RN) experience.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care utilizing the nursing process
• Values a multidisciplinary team approach to achieve exceptional outcomes
• Prioritizes wellness, a patient perspective and evidence-based practice
• Models proficiency through precepting those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth
• Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment
• Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care

Acute Care

• Direct care includes specialty Acute Care (Med-Surg) Units of moderate to high patient acuity
• AMSN's core curriculum and various specialty certification standards are included in evidence based care models for each unit

Recognition

• Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
• Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.

Health and Well‑being

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options.
• Employer‑provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option.

Retirement and Savings

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health saving accounts available when enrolled in high‑deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and Career Growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

*Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.