RN OR Spine

UCHealth; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 53,602 - 83,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three-Year Incentive Bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) with employer matching contributions

Paid time off (PTO)

Wellness benefits

Education benefits

Job summary

UCHealth in Colorado is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Operating Room with a strong focus on patient care, teamwork, and evidence-based practices. The ideal candidate should have an accredited nursing degree, RN licensure, and at least six months of operating room experience. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $38.91 - $60.31 per hour based on experience, along with benefits like medical, dental, and educational assistance. Join UCHealth and contribute to quality patient care in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program.
• State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• 6 months of RN OR experience.
• BLS – BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Provide top of scope practice in direct patient care.
• Utilize the nursing process for exceptional outcomes.
• Model proficiency for new healthcare members.
• Contribute to safety and quality at the point of care.

Skills

Patient care expertise

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Clinical education

Education

State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Job Details

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, US:CO:Aurora

Department: OR Operating Room AIP

FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

Pay: $38.91 - $60.31 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant’s relevant experience. Additional differential pay may be available for candidates with 2+ years of OR RN experience at UCH Anschutz.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program.
• State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• 6 months of RN OR 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.
• Direct care includes practice in Perioperative, PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) or Operating Room levels of care.
• AORN and ABPANC core curriculum and certification standards are included in evidence‑based care models.
• Clinical Educators support and guide individualized specialty education and training for competency validation throughout clinical orientation.

Benefits

• Three‑Year Incentive Bonus – recognition for contributions to quality, patient experience, growth, financial goals, and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of three years’ employment.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents.
• 403(b) with employer matching contributions.
• Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank.
• Employer‑paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options.
• Employer-paid short‑term and long‑term disability with buy‑up coverage options.
• Wellness benefits.
• Full suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Education benefits, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific degrees; other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre‑paid or tuition reimbursement each calendar year.
• Loan repayment assistance: UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and provides free assistance navigating the PSLF program through Savi.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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 they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.