Registered Nurse CVICU

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients. The staff RN utilizes the nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members. Night Shift Essential Functions Performs appropriate assessment of physical, social, and psychological status (including cognitive, communicative, and developmental skills as appropriate) and seeks and evaluates information from interdisciplinary team members. Uses assessment information and critical thinking skills to collaboratively develop an individualized plan of care, actively involving patient, family, team, and physician, and prepares patients for further support needs after current care outcomes are met. Directs the interdisciplinary care team via delegation, coordination, and collaboration, ensuring care consistent with the plan of care and professional licensure provisions. Evaluates patient response to interventions, revises the plan of care as indicated, and reassesses changes as appropriate. Professionalism Promotes nursing profession and participates in development of others. Integrates legal and ethical standards into practice, complies with regulatory standards, practices within scope of licensure, provides accurate and timely documentation, and understands legal implications of care delivery. Skills Patient Care Delivery Nursing Fundamentals Interdisciplinary Teams Documentation Professional Etiquette Accountability Patient Care Coordination Communication Patient Evaluation Critical Thinking Minimum Qualifications Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in state of practice. Valid compact licenses must be transferred to the state of practice within 60 days of the start of employment. RNs with less than 12 months of experience must obtain their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four (4) years of their hire date. Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified. BSN is required as of the job description's last update on 4/27/2025. Employees hired or promoted prior to this date will be held to the minimum requirements that were in place at the time of their promotion or hire. Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent verbal communication with patients, visitors, and care providers, especially during emergencies. Manual dexterity to manipulate complex equipment, frequent computer use and typing, and document patient care. Ability to lift, transport, and carry supplies and equipment up to and including heavy items, walk and assist with transporting patients, and stand for extended periods. Roles requiring driving must be able to drive a vehicle and read signs and traffic signals. Location and Compensation Location: St. Marys Regional Hospital, Grand Junction, Colorado. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36. Hourly rate: $36.71 – $56.17, depending on experience. Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports the well‑being of our caregivers. Equal Opportunity Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. All positions subject to close without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intermountain Health