Job Description:

A former nursing student who has completed an accredited nursing program and is pending nursing licensure. All individuals hired into this position would be expected to obtain nursing licensure within six months of hire and transition into a new graduate nurse resident position, as available, for the next available nurse residency cohort after licensure. If a Graduate Nurse does not obtain nursing licensure within six months of hire, an extension of employment in this position requires the approval of the hospital CNO.

Works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse except as noted in addendum

Hospital Information:

St. Mary's Medical Center, is located in the heart of Colorado's wine country and is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes that offer a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, skiing and rafting. It has a growing and diverse economy as well as a relatively low unemployment rate and growing job market. St. Mary's Medical Center is the largest medical center between Denver and Salt Lake City and is committed to putting people first as it's served the healthcare needs of western Colorado and eastern Utah for nearly 120 years.

To learn more about Grand Junction, CO please check out this video!

Unit Information:

The Neuro/Trauma/Stroke unit specializes in the care of patients with neurological issues. We provide inpatient care for multiple diagnoses including stroke, head injury, spinal cord injury, seizures, post-op spinal surgeries, developmental delays, drug/alcohol withdrawal, multi-trauma and general medical/surgical patients. We offer multiple levels of patient care including acute care and ICU stepdown (intermediate) care. Caregivers use the nursing process with technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members.  

To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we will also offer up to a $5,000 bonus!

Posting Specifics:

Benefits Eligible: YesShift Details: Full Time, Variable ShiftsAdditional Details: Shift differentials available for evenings, nights and weekends

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate Nurse

New Grad RN

Entry Pay: $26.50

Successful completion of a recognized and accredited Nursing/RN education program (education will be verified).

Registered Nurse

Entry Pay: $36.35 - $54.53

Current RN License in state of practice.

Licensed and Unlicensed RN

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for healthcare providers.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.RNs with less than 12 months of working experience as an RN prior to joining Intermountain must obtain their BSN within five years of their start date

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 packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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.