Operating Room RN (Circulator)
Vail, Colorado
Vail Valley Medical Center

Registered Nurse (RN) - Days

Location: Vail, Colorado
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Provide expert, compassionate, and individualized nursing care to patients and their families.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and team members to optimize patient outcomes.
• Oversee daily patient flow to ensure safety, care quality, and patient satisfaction.
• Triage incoming patient requests for services efficiently.
• Deliver patient education to support care plans and promote wellness.
• Delegate care appropriately according to Colorado state regulations.
• Perform healthcare assessments, prioritize tasks, and apply critical thinking skills.
• Manage high telephone volume related to patient medication requests, information, and assistance.
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and assist in procedures while adhering to patient safety guidelines.
• Coordinate patient care with other physician practices and healthcare entities to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Advocate for patient safety, preferences, and communication through Relationship-Based Care principles.
• Model Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance at all times.

Shift & Hours

• 3 shifts per week, 12-hour shifts during the day
• Approximately 32 hours per week

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado
• OR 1 year of Circulate experience, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Additional Information

• CAPS registration required for employment in Colorado; may take up to two weeks to obtain.
• Must comply with Colorado state employment registration requirements if working through an out-of-state agency.