Travel Nurse Neurosciences
Company: UCHealth
Location: Parker
Posted on: May 7, 2022
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Job Description:
At UCHealth, we do things differentlyWe believe in something
different: a focus on the individuality of every person. In big
ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all
those we serve. As Colorado's largest and most innovative health
care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the
best possible experience for our patients and their families. We
foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live
extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job- It's
a passion.
NEW WAGE INCREASE! $55.00/hour!
Check out NEW LOCAL RN Traveler contracts for those who reside
within 75 miles
RN Traveler - Neurosciences Unit - University of Colorado Hospital,
Aurora, COProvides direct patient care using the nursing process in
accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with
the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
The Neuroscience Unit is a 36-bed unit specializing in the complex
care of both neurosurgical and neurological patients. We have four
major service lines: General Neurology, Neurology Epilepsy,
Neurology Stroke and Neurosurgery. UCHealth is a Comprehensive
Stroke Center, so our unit provides care for highly complex stroke
cases from around the region. We have the experience and expertise
to care for patients with large ischemic strokes, intracerebral
hemorrhage and subarachnoid hemorrhages. All of our nurses are NIH
Certified to care for this specific patient population. Our
neurosurgical population consists of patients with a variety of
brain and spine tumors, aneurysms, DBS placement for Parkinson's
patients and a wide array of spinal surgeries. We are a Level 4
Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) accredited by the National
Association of Epilepsy Centers. Our patients are admitted to our
EMU to provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services to
patients with uncontrolled seizures. Our nurses receive special
training in order to safely care for the epileptic patients. As an
academic medical center, we embrace a multidisciplinary,
collaborative commitment to excellence in patient care and advanced
professional practice through:
The typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4 (days) and 1:5
(nights).
Rotating shifts
CO RN Single State or NLC - active with no restrictions
BLS required
NIHSS preferred
As a UCHealth RN Traveler, you will enjoy living and working in one
of the most naturally beautiful states in the country. Spectacular
wide open landscapes, incredible blue skies, clear mountain streams
and, of course, the majestic Rocky Mountains. To be considered as a
UCHealth Traveler you must NOT be a current employee, and you must
live more than 75 miles away from the facility in which you will be
working.
Our UCHealth RN Travelers also reap the rewards and benefits of
travel nursing.
Job Duties
Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans based on
patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available
resources.
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as
appropriate.
Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient
care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and
spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides
patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition,
and circumstances.
Effectively delegates patient care to ancillary personnel. May
precept student nurses and new hires.
Skills and Abilities:
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive
judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be
able to work in a fast paced environment, and take appropriate
action. Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective
equipment as required.
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Due to Point of Care Testing duties associated with this position,
upon hire, a copy of highest level of education (diploma, degree,
or transcripts) would be required to present to the hiring manager.
If this is available to you at this time, please attach it with
your resume in one document.
This position's pay is: $55.00/hour + travel stipend/package. An
annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon
organizational and individual performance.
Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent,
integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for
individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is
ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is
easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can
find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth,
we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a
meaningful career. There's no limits to your potential here.
Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today!UCHealth recognizes and appreciates
the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment
and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative
action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth 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. UCHealth 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.
At UCHealth, we do things differentlyWe believe in something
different: a focus on the individuality of every person. In big
ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all
those we serve. As Colorado's largest and most innovative health
care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the
best possible experience for our patients and their families. We
foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live
extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job- It's
a passion.
RN Traveler - Neurosciences Unit - University of Colorado Hospital,
Aurora, COProvides direct patient care using the nursing process in
accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with
the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
The Neuroscience Unit is a 36-bed unit specializing in the complex
care of both neurosurgical and neurological patients. We have four
major service lines: General Neurology, Neurology Epilepsy,
Neurology Stroke and Neurosurgery. UCHealth is a Comprehensive
Stroke Center, so our unit provides care for highly complex stroke
cases from around the region. We have the experience and expertise
to care for patients with large ischemic strokes, intracerebral
hemorrhage and subarachnoid hemorrhages. All of our nurses are NIH
Certified to care for this specific patient population. Our
neurosurgical population consists of patients with a variety of
brain and spine tumors, aneurysms, DBS placement for Parkinson's
patients and a wide array of spinal surgeries. We are a Level 4
Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) accredited by the National
Association of Epilepsy Centers. Our patients are admitted to our
EMU to provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services to
patients with uncontrolled seizures. Our nurses receive special
training in order to safely care for the epileptic patients. As an
academic medical center, we embrace a multidisciplinary,
collaborative commitment to excellence in patient care and advanced
professional practice through:
The typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4 (days) and 1:5
(nights).
Rotating shifts
CO RN Single State or NLC - active with no restrictions
BLS required
NIHSS preferred
As a UCHealth RN Traveler, you will enjoy living and working in one
of the most naturally beautiful states in the country. Spectacular
wide open landscapes, incredible blue skies, clear mountain streams
and, of course, the majestic Rocky Mountains. To be considered as a
UCHealth Traveler you must NOT be a current employee, and you must
live more than 75 miles away from the facility in which you will be
working.
Our UCHealth RN Travelers also reap the rewards and benefits of
travel nursing.
Job Duties
Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans based on
patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available
resources.
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as
appropriate.
Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient
care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and
spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides
patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition,
and circumstances.
Effectively delegates patient care to ancillary personnel. May
precept student nurses and new hires.
Skills and Abilities:
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive
judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be
able to work in a fast paced environment, and take appropriate
action. Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective
equipment as required.
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Due to Point of Care Testing duties associated with this position,
upon hire, a copy of highest level of education (diploma, degree,
or transcripts) would be required to present to the hiring manager.
If this is available to you at this time, please attach it with
your resume in one document.
This position's pay is: $38.00/hour + travel stipend/package. An
annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon
organizational and individual performance.
Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent,
integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for
individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is
ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is
easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can
find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth,
we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a
meaningful career. There's no limits to your potential here.
Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today!UCHealth recognizes and appreciates
the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment
and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative
action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth 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. UCHealth 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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