Job Description

Job Description: The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care of patients. The staff RN utilizes the nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members.

About Us  
Good Samaritan Hospital, a Level II Trauma Center, is proud to be recognized for our excellence in healthcare, including: 

• Magnet Designation for nursing excellence 

• Baby-Friendly Hospital designation by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) 

• CMS Hospital Compare : Earned a 5-star overall rating (2024) 

• Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade : Received an 'A' grade (Fall 2024) 

We foster career development with the LADI intern program for new grads and nurses transitioning to specialty areas, along with ongoing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and an education reimbursement program. 

Key Responsibilities  
As a Registered Nurse (RN) at Good Samaritan Hospital, you will: 

• Assess and address patients’ psychological and physical needs, developing individualized treatment plans. 

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care and oversee LPNs and CNAs. 

• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to hospital and regulatory guidelines. 

• Monitor patients’ vital signs, administer medications, and recognize potential complications. 

• Actively engage in communication with physicians and other healthcare providers regarding patient conditions and treatment plans. 

• Provide patient education and emotional support to patients and their families. 

• Promote a safe, compassionate, and healing environment for all patients. 

Position Details  

• Shift: Full-Time NIGHT Shift (7 PM - 7 AM) 

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 

• Location : Good Samaritan Hospital 

• Work City : Lafayette, CO 

Minimum Qualifications  

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing 

• ASN/ADN required; BSN must be obtained within four years of hire unless exempt 

• Current RN license in the state of Colorado 

• Current experience in a Level II or III NICU

• Additional certifications (ACLS/NRP/PALS) as required by the unit 

• Previous RN experience preferred 

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills 

• Proficient in the use of technology and quick to adapt to new systems 

Physical Requirements  

• Ability to see and read patient information, labels, and equipment 

• Frequent verbal communication and quick response to emergency situations 

• Manual dexterity for precise equipment manipulation, including computer use 

• Capability to lift and transfer patients and equipment 

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods 

Additional Information  

• Regular attendance during scheduled shifts is required 

• Opportunities for career development through education programs and clinical ladder advancement 

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 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.

Location:

Good Samaritan Hospital

Work City:

Lafayette

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$37.17 - $54.53

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 package here.

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.

All positions subject to close without notice.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Internship, Shift work, Night shift,

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