Registered Nurse - RN - Intermediate Care Unit / Step Down Nights

Denver, CO
United States

SCL Health

10000+ employees

We’re happy to tell you about SCL Health: our compassionate caregivers, our clinical excellence, our award-winning care and even our beautiful facilities and campuses.

Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, SCL Health is a faith-based, nonprofit healthcare organization dedicated to improving the health of the people and communities we serve, especially the poor and vulnerable. Our $2.5 billion health network aspires to provide comprehensive, coordinated care through our 11 hospitals, 210 physician clinics, home health care, hospice, mental health care and safety-net services in three states – Colorado, Kansas and Montana. SCL Health provides more than $222 million a year in community benefit.

We proudly partner with other organizations to improve quality and the patient experience. Our story starts with the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, who opened their first hospital in 1864.

When you need healthcare, a dose of good humor never hurts. That’s why Good Humor is one of SCL Health’s values. You can take comfort in knowing that SCL Health is a faith-based organization guided by our mission, vision and values (including Good Humor!).

Our Mission:
We reveal and foster God's healing love by improving the health of the people and communities we serve, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.

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Unit DescriptionCare Site DescriptionSaint Joseph Hospital is part of SCL Health, a faith-based, nonprofit health care organization. Interested in making a difference? Then check us out. Our rich heritage and mission, and our focus on health care delivery that values person-centered care, excellence and accountability are a winning combination as we bring health and hope to our patients. Fast Facts Denver (estab.1873) Largest acute care provider in Denver area 2,397 associates, 1,332 medical staff, 108 residents 371 beds New $623 million, 360-bed, 826,000-square-foot replacement facility (December 2014) Services & Expertise Breast Care Center Cardiovascular Services Center for Women and Infants Comprehensive Cancer Center Emergency Services Medical Imaging Orthopedics Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Rehabilitation Surgical Care Weight Loss Surgery Center Kudos: Saint Joseph Hospital offers excellence across the continuum of care for patients. Visit: http://www.saintjosephdenver.org/ DescriptionRN - IMC Intermediate Care Unit - Step Down Full Time Nights (7p-7a) The Registered Nurse will provide direct patient care, meeting both psychological and physical needs of the patients in accordance with physicians orders, Joint Commission, OSHA, nursing and department guidelines. The RN fulfills these duties to contribute to the continuity and quality of care which fosters the best interest and well-being of all patients and their families. Conduct and document a thorough assessment of each patients medical status upon admission and throughout the patients course of treatment. Assist in the development and implementation of an individualized treatment plan for each assigned patient. Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines described. Complete required documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Oversee care delivered by Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants. Attend and participate in clinical team conferences regarding patient progress, problems and needs. Act in compliance with hospital, regulatory and professional standards and guidelines. Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical currency. Adheres to facility policies and procedures and participates in facility quality improvement and safety programs. Perform other duties, as assigned. · The information above is for summary purposes, and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of essential functions. Qualifications Associate's degree in nursing, required Bachelor's degree in nursing, preferred Valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of CO, required Possess a current Basic Life Support Certification, required Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, required One (1) year of experience in a Step Down, PCU or IMC setting, preferred

Work location: Denver, CO

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