Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate
Saint Mary's Hospital & Regional Medical Center
Grand Junction, CO

New Grad RN Med Surg

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 The New Grad RN position is for recent RN graduates or those with less than one year of RN experience. Those hired as a New Grad RN will work under a licensed RN until license can be verified. In conjunction with working on this unit New Grad RNs attend Intermountain's one-year nurse residency program. The nurse residency program supports New Grad RNs in their transition from classroom to caregiver through 72 paid clinical hours, webinars, simulations, case studies, and in person meetings. To learn more about the nurse residency program click here. *An RN with more than one year of nursing experience is not required to attend the nurse residency program. RNs at Intermountain Healthcare are committed to providing patient centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team! To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we will also offer up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon offer acceptance! 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 8th floor Med/Surg specializes in caring for a variety of both medical and surgical patients. We provide inpatient care to patients with multiple diagnoses including sepsis, diabetes, electrolyte imbalances, gastrointestinal, respiratory, cardiac-tele monitored, infectious, kidney, and liver diseases.  We also offer surgical care for pre/ post orthopedic surgeries, general surgeries such as bowel resections/ ostomies, pre/post laparoscopic procedure, bladder surgeries, and plastics.  Caregivers utilize the nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members. Posting Specifics: * Benefits Eligible: Yes * Shift Details: Full Time, Variable Shifts * Additional Details: Shift differentials available for evenings, nights and weekends Minimum Qualifications: Graduate Nurse Entry Pay: $26.50 * Successful completion of a recognized and accredited Nursing/RN education program (education will be verified). Registered Nurse Entry Pay: $34.64 - $52.52 * 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. 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. 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. 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. 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). May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. 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. Anticipated job posting close date: 05/27/2024 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. $26.50 - $26.50 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.