Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating 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.

12-hour NIGHT SHIFT Three shifts per week with rotation to weekends

Our Work

Our 38-bed unit has 24 ICU beds and 14 CVICU beds within a 310 bed Magnet hospital. We see a diverse group of complex patients with diagnoses ranging from multi-system trauma to STEMI, CABG with valve replacement and stroke to end stage chronic illnesses. As an experienced ICU Registered Nurse you know that every shift is different, which is why you need to know how to:

Think critically to assess, recognize and address the needs of critically ill patientsHave a honed skillset and experience with IABP, CRRT and other advanced modalitiesRespond and intervene appropriately when intervention is requiredCommunicate compassionately and effectively with patients, families and team membersComply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines using EPIC

Minimum Qualifications

ASN from an accredited program; BSN within 4 yearsCurrent Colorado RN licenseCurrent BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart AssociationTwo years of adult critical care experience, preferred

Our Location Grand Junction, Colorado is in the heart of wine country in western Colorado and features breathtaking scenery, a four-season outdoor lifestyle, an affordable cost of living and small town charm!

Physical Requirements:

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City:

Grand Junction

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$36.35 - $54.53

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

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.