Registered Nurse Cardiovascular Operating Room

AdventHealth is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Cardiovascular Operating Room in Littleton, Colorado. This position offers day shift hours with operating room shift differentials and includes a $15,000 sign-on bonus.

You will provide comprehensive patient care in a surgical setting, working with patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures. Your role will focus on perioperative nursing, patient safety, and collaboration with the surgical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and needs through comprehensive evaluations to develop individualized care plans
• Develop and implement patient care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, ensuring comprehensive and continuous care
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely according to prescribed protocols
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress continuously, adjusting care plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes
• Document patient care activities meticulously to maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care to promote understanding and compliance
• Advocate for patient safety by identifying potential risks and implementing preventive measures
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated and effective patient care
• Maintain sterile environment and adhere to safety protocols to prevent infection and ensure a safe environment for patients and staff
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic interventions such as IVs, wound care, medication administration, catheterization, and specimen collections
• Provide emotional and physical support to patients and their families during recovery
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care quality, safety, and efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing
• One or more years of surgery experience
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support CPR certification (BLS)
• Proficiency in English
• Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating compassion and respect to patients and families undergoing stressful procedures and treatments
• Ability to work independently and self-motivated, taking direction from physicians and management
• Safe knowledge of equipment, procedures, supplies, computers, IV pumps, NOVA Glucose monitor, I-STAT, and immediate use sterilization policy and procedures

Schedule and Compensation

• Full-time position
• Day shift
• Pay range: $35.39 to $65.82 per hour
• $15,000 sign-on bonus
• Eligible for operating room shift differentials

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Paid time off from day one
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Four weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Career development opportunities
• Whole person well-being resources
• Mental health resources and support
• Pet benefits

Location

7700 S Broadway

Littleton, Colorado 80122

Physical Requirements

Please refer to the employer's physical requirements documentation for complete details on the physical demands of this position.