Location
Lakewood, Colorado
Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Employer Name
Centura Health
Employer Website
https://www.centura.orgJob Description
Welcome to Centura Health:Welcome to the largest health care system in Colorado
and Western Kansas, with over 900 physicians and 21,000 of the best hearts and
minds in health care. Through our 19 hospitals, neighborhood health centers,
physician practices and clinics, and Flight for Life® CO, our caregivers make
the region's best health care accessible. We're on a mission to build
flourishing communities and whole person care. Welcome to Centura
Health. *Qualified external applicants with at least six months of direct RN
experience eligible for up to a $20,000 sign-on bonus! The bonus will be taxed
per IRS regulations. Additional relocation bonus may apply based on geographical
location. Must be hired into a full-time or part-time position; PRN positions
are not eligible. Some exclusions may apply.* Schedule: Full-Time, 36
hours/week- Days. Variable per surgical volume and needs of unit Call Required:
approx. 4 call shifts in 6 week schedule blockTypically no weekend call unless
covering team members PTO30 minute callback radius required Flourishing Begins
Here:Centura Health's nurses have the right resources and leadership to practice
at the top of their license with an organization that is consistently raising
the bar on care excellence. Our system includes several Magnet®-designated
facilities (with more hospitals on the Magnet® journey) and provides nurses with
development, cross-training and options to flex and advance throughout their
career journey. This position assumes responsibility and accountability for
facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team,
and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional and
spiritual needs of the patient. You will promote the optimal health, well-being
and safety of the patient through use of the nursing process and in accordance
with patient care standards, guidelines and the State Nurse Practice Act, and
demonstrate personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational
mission, and core values. Day to Day duties: Circulate and/or Scrub on all
cases. Primarily; GEN, Ortho (trauma/ totals, Sports Medicine), Trauma, Robotics
(DaVinci XI/SI), Neuro, Vascular, Cardiac, Thoracic, Urology, OB/GYN, ENT, and
Spine cases. One specialized team for Cardiac, all Associates are cross-trained
for all other services. Giving breaks and/or providing additional supplies and
sterile instruments as needed during operations. Assisting with Room turnover
and restocking for next days cases. Acting as an advocate for patient before,
during and after surgery.17 OR Suites including 1 trauma room, a hybrid Room,
Designated CVOR and a Cystoscopy SuiteApprox. 550-650+ cases per monthWhat You
Bring/Job Requirements:In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace
each day, qualified candidates will need the following: * RN License
required; Current state nursing licenses or RN license from a participating
state in the National Licensure Compact, * *Colorado Only:* RNs working in
Colorado under a multi-state license must obtain their CO RN license within 30
days of establishing residency, i.e., drivers license, register to vote, etc.
Compact to Compact. Upon issuance of a new multistate license, the former
license is inactivated. For more information visit [Colorado Board of Nursing -
Compact Licensure ](https://dpo.colorado.gov/Nursing/Compact)* Nursing Diploma
or Associates Degree in Nursing required; Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred*
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required for new graduates,
preferred for experienced RN's* BLS from the American Heart Association required
* One year experience preferred* Nursing skills and knowledge base specific to
specialtyPhysical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force
occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)Your
Connected Community:When people and places align, incredible things happen. Just
like the 21,000+ amazing associates who work here, every community within
Centura Health's connected ecosystem has its own unique history, story and
personality. St. Anthony Hospital is a Level I trauma center, which allows the
Perioperative Department to see a wide range of patient needs and acuity levels.
We are unique in the Centura Health system and in the community because have a
designated trauma room that is at the ready 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The trauma room (T-10) allows for the facility to triage any patient meeting
specific criteria in an operating room, bypassing the ED, and has a designated
response team of approximately eight different units with unique roles during a
trauma team activation allowing prompt immediate surgical intervention within
minutes of arrival by our partners in EMS and Flight for Life. The surgical unit
itself has 17 rooms including the trauma room, a hybrid room, designated cardiac
OR and a Cystoscopy room. We have two DaVinci Xi Robotic systems allowing us to
provide robotically assisted procedures in general, urology, gynecology, and
thoracic specialties. Currently there are 17 different specialties provided here
at SAH including trauma, neuro, ortho, general, cardiac, vascular, ENT,
plastics, urology, GYN, thoracic, and more. Our caseload for 2019 was 5,859
procedures in this unit alone. We have one specialized team for cardiac, all
other associates are cross trained for all remaining specialties allowing for
increased knowledge base of surgical procedures, skill level and ability to
cover any patient care needs. We provide safe, quality patient care to all those
in need and exceptional customer service to our providers as well. The surgical
department is fully invested in the team approach to patient care including
nurses, surgical technologist, surgeons, anesthesiologists, certified registered
nurse anesthetists (CRNA), support specialists, unit clerks, anesthesia techs,
supply chain management, facilities and biomed. We support one another and
encourage further education, internal promotions, and a work-life balance. We
look for those who have a vested interest in our department and Centura Heath's
mission. Candidates must have a positive attitude, open communication skills, be
hard-working, dedicated, and accountable. We offer various shifts and schedule
opportunities so associates can maintain a positive work-life balance.
Self-scheduling has recently been implemented. If you are a team-player
searching for a friendly, fast-paced, professional work environment, look no
further! Join our team"!- Hiring Manager- Karen L.Pay Range:$30.25 - $50.81 /
hourCaring for Your Whole Well Being:At Centura, we offer incredible benefits
that impact mind, body, and spirit to eligible associates. Our total rewards are
designed with your well-being in mind and include three Health Insurance Plan
Options, Dental, Vision, 401K with matching, medical FSA, Daycare FSA with
company matching, and so much more! You can find a comprehensive list of our
benefits
[HERE.](https://centura.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=447276&hashed=-1090637925)
About the employer
As the largest health care system in Colorado and western Kansas, working at
Centura Health is more than a job. You and your colleagues will be connected in
service and spirit, delivering on a promise to provide high-quality health care
that is accessible, enabling and dedicated to healing the whole person. •With 17
hospitals and 250+ provider locations spanning Colorado and western Kansas,
Centura Health is the largest health care system in the area. We are powered by
incredible 6,000+ physicians and 21,000 best hearts & minds in health care on a
mission to build flourishing communities & whole person care.