RN OR Full-time
Gunnison Valley Health

Operating Room, Circulator Registered Nurse (RN), FT

$33 - $45.04 / hour

$10K Sign N Stay Bonus Eligible, reimbursed relocation and stable, employer provided affordable housing for up to 2 years!

Gunnison Valley Health is the sole community-owned health system for Gunnison County and surrounding areas. We are not just a hospital, we are a fully integrated health system providing services for all stages of life; from an award winning EMS department to a 52,000 square foot, state of the art senior care center and everything in between.  We are a leading health source for our community, offering wellness programs, medical education and illness prevention. 

We are looking for someone who will join our small and highly qualified team of Surgical Service Professionals and help us provide exceptional care to our patients.  

Where you’ll live:

Some define happiness by their job title and salary, while others pursue quality of life. Our community combines the best of both worlds by fostering a growing outdoor industry business hub in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. The Gunnison Valley, which includes the towns of Gunnison and Crested Butte, is a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and adventurers. We are deeply connected with our surrounding environment, neighbors and growing community. This is the kind of place where hard work is rewarded, whether that means a day on the mountain or at the office.

Benefits:

Here at Gunnison Valley Health, your good work will be rewarded.  In addition to a competitive salary, a generous and affordable medical/dental/vision plan, and a dollar for dollar 401(a) match, up to 3%, there are other great perks including:

  • $10K Sign N Stay Bonus Eligible, reimbursed relocation and stable, employer provided affordable housing for up to 2 years!
  • Up to $250 in your first year toward your unique Lifestyle Spending Account, matched retirement starting on day 1, and a dependent care matching plan
  • A culture that values continuing education, backed up by a robust tuition reimbursement plan, and an all-access subscription to LinkedIn Learning and Headspace.  
  • Paid time off benefits with an accrual rate of 10.77% in your first year of employment
  • Access to mental health, financial health and wellness as well as life coaching with our Employee Assistance Program
  • Free nutrition consultations, and discounted fitness membership at Western Colorado University Fieldhouse
  • Deep discounts on food and drink in the cafeteria
  • No traffic, and a scenic commute to the office

Requirements:

To be seriously considered for this role, you’ll need to have:

  • Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
  • Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in a PACU/OR or other critical care nursing preferred. 
  • Licenses/Certification: RN License current in the state of Colorado.  Current BLS certification, ACLS and PALS (or ENPC) within the first year and maintenance expected* thereafter. CNOR is preferred
  • Skills
    • The ability to communicate, consult, and interact with team members to share pertinent information in a clear, concise, and tactful manner.
    • Capability to communicate with patients prior to surgery, answer their questions and alleviate their concerns.
    • Competence in keeping the operating room sterilized at all times

Responsibilities:

As the Operating Room Nurse at Gunnison Valley Health, you will possess phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of operation procedures and patient safety.  You will be adept at critical thinking and fast to act in emergencies.  You’ll utilize your unique skills and ideas by:

  • Understanding and implementing aseptic and sterile techniques.
  • Having an in depth knowledge of surgical operation procedures and a solid understanding of patient safety and precautions.
  • Asking questions, seeking out sources of information, demonstrating motivation in continuing education and strengthening your own circulator skills.
  • Collaborating with all members of the health care team to plan, implement, and evaluate patient’s status and treatment plan.

Physical Requirements

Occasionally (0-33%) - Walking, sitting, feeling, crouching/squatting, stooping, kneeling, stairs, lifting/lowering (0-50 lbs), carrying (0-50 lbs), pushing/pulling (0-50 lbs)

Frequently (34 – 66%) - Standing, change position, reaching, reach across midline, handling, pinching

Continuously (37 -100%) See with corrective eyewear, hear clearly with assistance

Shift - 10 Hour (with rotating call)

Schedule - Varies

Status - FT

Compensation: $33.00 - $45.04/hour DOE (evening, night and weekend shift differential pay) In addition to the base salary, Nurses have the opportunity to increase their compensation through participation in our Clinical Ladder Program. This program recognizes and rewards engagement in organizational initiatives, professional development, leadership activities, and contributions to quality and patient safety efforts. Advancement on the Clinical Ladder is an opportunity to grow both professionally and financially.

There is no deadline to apply for this position; we are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a finalist is selected.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Gunnison Valley Health provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits Eligibility

Medical, dental, vision, health care FSA, dependent care FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Account: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period in a Full Time or Part Time position are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire.

Full Time staff are automatically enrolled in 401A plan as of date of hire.

Life and AD&D insurance: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date.

Short-term and long-term disability: All active employees working 60 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date.

 

 

 

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