RN Special Procedures

UCHealth University of Colorado Health; Steamboat Springs (CO); On-site; USD 49,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $20,000

Onsite childcare options

Housing support programs

Job summary

UCHealth University of Colorado Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Yampa Valley Medical Center in Steamboat Springs to provide direct patient care in an on‑site, high‑acuity environment. The role emphasizes safety, high quality care, and collaboration with the Radiology team.

Qualifications include RN licensure, ACLS and PALS within 6 months, BLS, and at least 6 months of RN experience. The position offers relocation support and a strong benefits program.

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing with the state board.
• ACLS and PALS certifications to be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Minimum 6 months RN experience; prefer acute care or procedural setting.
• Graduate of an accredited RN program; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents pre/post and procedural monitoring, communicating patient condition and documenting interventions.
• Ensures safety checklists, interventions and procedures are implemented and documented.
• Provides specialized nursing to a complex patient population in a high‑acuity environment.
• Responds to life‑threatening situations using nursing standards and protocols.
• Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provides education appropriate to age, culture, and condition.

Skills

Registered Nurse

ACLS

PALS Certification

BLS Certification

Patient Care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Description

Location:UCHealth UCHlth Yampa Valley Med Center, US:CO:Steamboat Springs

Department:YVMC Radiology

Work Schedule: Full Time, 64.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift:Days

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

Qualified candidates may be considered for relocation assistance of up to $20,000.

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

Summary:
Supports regularly scheduled procedural services. Provides direct patient care, at a proficient level, using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Monitors the patient to maintain a safe environment, optimize outcomes and maximize available resources.

Responsibilities:
Performs and documents pre/post and procedural monitoring, communicating patient condition, and documenting all interventions and activities per standards of practice. Ensures safety checklists, interventions and procedures are implemented and documented as appropriate.
Provides specialized nursing to a complex patient population in a complex environment.
Responds to life threatening situations utilizing nursing standards and protocols for treatment. Handles critical and highly stressful situations, reacting decisively with efficiency and composure.
Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• PALS Certification
• 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). Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and any relevant life support certification as determined at position level.
• 6 months of (RN) experience. Preferred: 6 months of relevant special procedures experience
• ADDITIONAL POSITION LEVEL CREDENTIAL INFORMATION: ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire.
• 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.

Family-Friendly Support

• Onsite Childcare: Our GrandKids Child Care Center offers exceptional care for children aged 8 weeks to 5 years. Nationally recognized for its innovative intergenerational program since 1981, you can trust your little ones are in great hands, right here on campus.

Housing Solutions

• Long Term Employee Housing: Looking for a stable place to call home? Our Creek's End development is just over a mile from the hospital campus, offering long-term housing options for qualified employees as long as eligibility requirements are met.
• Relocation Support Program: Moving can be stressful, so we're here to help! Our comprehensive Relocation Assistance Program provides support and resources to help with moving, travel costs, temporary housing, and other needs to ensure your smooth transition.
• Stay and Play: For our essential clinical staff, we offer a "Stay and Play" option, providing convenient access to YVMC-based housing or lodging during assigned work shifts or series.

Recreation & Fun

• Winter Adventures:
  • Employee Ski Pass Program: Hit the slopes with complimentary access to Steamboat Ski Resort through our employee medallion program.
  • Enjoy discounted rates at the Steamboat Ski Touring Center and Haymaker cross‑country ski areas.
• Summer Fun:
  • Mountain Adventure Pass: Get complimentary gondola access for hiking, mountain biking or simply enjoying lunch with breathtaking scenic views.
  • Rodeo Pass: Experience the excitement of Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo with complimentary tickets.

Employees are our number one asset.

UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.

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 savings account 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.

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UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

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