Pre-Admission Teaching Registered Nurse (PAT RN), Part-Time

Community Hospital (CO) Grand Junction, CO 81501, US

Position Highlights:

Position: Pre-Admissions Teaching Nurse (PAT)
Location: Community Hospital

Responsibilities:

Conduct pre-admission assessments for patients scheduled for medical procedures or surgeries.
Gather information about the patient's past and present medical conditions.
Educate patients about their upcoming medical care and post-operative care instructions.
Ensure that the patient fully understands the planned surgical procedure, potential risks and complications, alternative treatment options, and postoperative care requirements
Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare team members to coordinate pre-admission education and care.

Requirements:

Requires current, unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Compensation:

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $37.00 – $42.55 per hour, commensurate with qualifications, education, experience, and other applicable factors. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Bonus: $10,000 (for RN’s with 2 or more years of experience)
Additional compensation may be available in the form of discretionary incentive or other compensation programs. Any such additional compensation is not guaranteed and is determined at the sole discretion of the organization based on applicable program terms, individual and/or organizational performance, and other eligibility requirements.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision insurance
Life Insurance
Free Parking
Paid time off
Education assistance
403(b) with employer matching
Wellness Program
Additional benefits based on employment status

Additional Information:

Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work.
Work Location: In-person/onsite

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted through October 26, 2026. The anticipated application deadline is October 26, 2026, based on the Community’s good-faith expectation of the anticipated recruitment timeline. Community may extend the application deadline if needed and will update the posting accordingly.

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Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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