Registered Nurse - OBGYN, Central Park - OB/GYN
Company: University of Colorado
Location: Aurora
Posted on: May 21, 2023
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse - OBGYN, Central ParkUniversity of Colorado -
CU Anschutz Medical Campus
School of Medicine Dean's Office, Community Practice Division
Registered Nurse - OBGYN, Central Park
Health Care Principal Professional
Position #00795054 - Requisition #25223
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at
www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19
vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start
date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be
found at:
Anschutz:
https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2
Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus
Exemptions vary by campus location/department.
Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
* Anschutz Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious
reasons.
* Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or
personal reasons.
* Consolidated/Central Services Administration - Will follow
Anschutz policy on exemptions.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks
individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive
learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage
effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse
backgrounds.
School of Medicine Dean's Office, Community Practice Division has
an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Health
Care Principal Professional; Registered Nurse - OBGYN, Central Park
position.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public
education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students,
and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of
life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers
more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and
colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each
year. We are the single largest health professions education
provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually.
Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a
reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus
drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the
delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts
here.
Jobs in this career family are responsible for performing a wide
range of professional duties to support the university's teaching,
research and/or service missions through the provision of health
and wellness services, dealing with general, indirect patient care
operations and management of healthcare services. Functions include
hospital administration, healthcare regulatory compliance, patient
relations, operational services, admissions, and medical records.
Includes professional assignments in medicine, dentistry, nursing,
pharmacy, counseling and behavioral health, public health,
dietetics and nutrition, other allied health fields, alternative
medicine and therapies, and related disciplines.
Principal Professionals are responsible for exercising discretion,
analytical skill, personal accountability and responsibility in a
wide range of areas including academic, administrative, managerial
and student services functions. Work involves creating,
integrating, applying and sharing knowledge directly related to a
professional field. Work is performed at an advanced or expert
level.
Principal Professionals are either work leads over others or are
considered a subject matter expert in a particular area.
Position Summary:
Provides direct patient care in a procedural setting at a
proficient level, in accordance with applicable scope and standards
of practice with the policies, values, and mission of the
organization. Monitors and manages the patient in the procedural
environment before, during and after procedures to maintain a safe
environment, optimize outcomes and maximize available
resources.
Position Responsibilities & Essential 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 attend to all age-related physical, spiritual, and
psychosocial 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.
* Performs circulating functions before procedures, including
preparing the procedural environment, orienting and assessing the
patient, and reviewing patient's medical record and surgeon's notes
to ensure all prerequisites and preferences are met.
* Ensures safety checklists and procedures are implemented and
documented at all times.
* Performs circulating functions during procedures, including
monitoring and communicating patient condition, documenting
interventions and activities, monitoring the sterile field and
controlling traffic into, out of and around the room.
* Performs scrub functions as needed, including the preparation,
selection, and handling of instruments and supplies used during the
surgical procedure and performs equipment counts with
colleagues.
* Provides nursing care to a complex, moderate acuity procedural
patient population in a technically complex environment.
* Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive
judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must
be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take immediate and
appropriate action.
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate
the following competencies:
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely
manner; gathers and analyzes evidenced-based information
skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group
problem-solving situations; uses rational thought processes when
dealing with emotional topics.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer
situations; responds promptly and properly to customer needs;
solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests
for service and assistance; meets commitments.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits
objectivity and openness to others' points of view; gives and
welcomes constructive feedback; contributes to building a positive
team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; builds
morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports
everyone's efforts to succeed.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management
direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments;
commits to long work hours when necessary to reach goals; completes
tasks on time; notifies appropriate personnel with plan
alterations.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures;
determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports
potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials
properly and with appropriate training and/or documented
competencies.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues
training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously
build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
* 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
(PPE) as required.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions
described below are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequency:
* N= Not at all
* R= Rarely: Less than once an hour
* O= Occasional: 1-4 times/hour or up to 1/3 of the shift
* F= Frequent: 5-12 times/hour or up to 2/3 of the shift
* C= Constant: More than 2/3 of the shift
Activity
Frequency
Activity
Frequency
Stand
C
Push or pull with hands/arms
F
Walk
C
Lift hands above head
O
Walk on uneven &/or slippery surfaces
O
Climb or balance
R
Sit
F
Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend
O
Use of hands
C
Climb stairs
N
Forceful grip w/ hands
O
Talk
C
Reach w/ arms
O
Hear
C
Lifting up to 10 lbs
C
Work in outdoor weather conditions
R
Lifting up to 25 lbs
F
Awkward postures
F
Lifting up to 50 lbs
F
Close vision (20" or less)
C
Communicate
C
Distance vision (20' )
F
Interpersonal skills
C
Peripheral vision
C
Ability to adjust focus
C
Depth perception
C
Work in a loud environment
O
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list
of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with
this position.
This description is a summary only and is describing the general
level of work being performed, it is not intended to be
all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to
time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or
delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the
supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Minimum Qualifications:
* 1-2 years of nursing experience in procedural care/OR
* Bachelor in the Science of Nursing
* Licenses and Certifications:
* Colorado State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
* Advance Life Support (ACLS) required
* Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider required.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.
Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the
interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Vascular Nurse Experience
Salary and Benefits:
The hiring rate (or budgeted rate) for this position begins at
$63,622 per year.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set
based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to,
internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary rate represents the University's good faith and
reasonable estimate of the rate at the time of posting.
This position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans
and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Diversity and Equity:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants
with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To
request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with
Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA
Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
The University of Colorado Denver - Anschutz Medical Campus is
committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body,
faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote
a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and
understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic
minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The
University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in
education and employment.
The University of Colorado Denver - Anschutz Medical Campus is
dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our
faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that
goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective
employees.
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