RN Acute Care Rehab Unit

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

403(b) retirement plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000/year

Job summary

UCHealth in Littleton, Colorado, is looking for a Full-Time Registered Nurse to provide exceptional patient care in a direct care environment. This role requires state licensure, relevant nursing experience, and a BLS certification prior to starting.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team focused on quality healthcare delivery without remote work options. Competitive pay is offered between $35.29 and $54.71 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program.
• State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) is required.
• 6 months of nursing (RN) experience is needed.
• BLS certification must be obtained before start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide top of scope practice in direct patient care using the nursing process.
• Work collaboratively to achieve exceptional outcomes.
• Model proficiency by precepting new healthcare staff.
• Contribute to safety and quality at the point of care.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Teamwork

BLS certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

State licensure as Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Location and Department

DescriptionLocation:
UCHealth UCHlth Memorial Hosp Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs
Department:
Rehabilitation Patient Care

Schedule and Compensation

Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Days
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.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program if less than 3 years' experience.
• State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• 6 months of nursing (RN) experience.
• BLS - 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 Focus

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. Clinical Educators support and guide individualized specialty education and training for competency validation throughout clinical orientation.

Compensation and Incentives

• Performance bonus: 3‑Year Incentive Bonus, paid annually in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance-based pay increase: Annual Merit Pay Increase based on documented performance standards.
• Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure base pay aligns with market standards.

Health and Well‑Being Benefits

• 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: accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• 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 options.
• Employer‑provided short‑term and long‑term disability with a buy‑up 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

• 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, thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

UCHealth is an equal opportunity employer 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 for 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 makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with a disability when it does not impose undue hardship on the organization.