RN - ICU - Nights

Under the direction of the ICU Supervisor (Department Director) delivers quality nursing care to patients on an assigned unit. Assures patient and family needs are met. Provides for open communication within the unit, with patients, families, physicians and other units and departments. Demonstrates knowledge of patient/staff safety measures.

• Carries out patient care according to hospital policies and procedures functioning within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act.
• Implementing and documenting patient care. Documents patient care appropriately and completely.
• Established treatment priorities based on the medical and nursing diagnosis.
• Recognizes patient problems/.complications and intervenes appropriately.
• Administers medications safely and documents completely.
• Participates in the development and adherence to written ICU nursing standards of care.
• Maintains skills required to work with ICU patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform/assist specialized procedures.
• Assesses patient/family physical and psychosocial needs. Supports both in a positive manner.
• Identifies need for patient/family teaching.
• Documents involvement in discharge planning and patient teaching.

• Must be currently licensed to practice as an R.N. in the State of Colorado.
• Two years relevant experience in critical care nursing preferred.
• Telemetry experience is required.
• BLS required upon hire.
• ACLS required within 6 months.
• PALS or ENPC required within 6 months.
• TNCC preferred
• New Graduates are required to have ACLS, PALS or ENPC in 1 year.
• Critical Care Class required within 1 year – online or in classroom per Managers digression.

Delta Health is a county-wide healthcare system that has been serving the Western Slope for over 100 years. We have grown to a 49-bed hospital with locations throughout Delta County. We proudly provide a wide range of medical services that meet the diverse needs of our community members. At all stages of life, we are here to provide remarkable care in a healing environment.

Employee Benefits: Medical, RX, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO, and Scholarships towards continued education.

Medical: Low monthly premiums; 100% coverage for all services provided within our Delta Health System without a deductible or co-payment. We offer alternative coverage to include massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic care. Employer paid Life and Disability coverage.

Paid Time Off: 4 plus weeks of vacation (CAL) a year for Full-Time employees including sick pay and personal time off.

Retirement: 403B Plan -Up to a 3% retirement match.