Orthopedics Clinical Nurse, RN

Job Summary The Registered Clinical Nurse Level II is a competent registered nurse in the UEXCEL Professional Practice Plan. The Level II Clinical Nurse uses Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family health outcomes; Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the Care Team; Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UCH quality model, and patient safety goals. The Level II Clinical Nurse demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the Care Team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area. Minimum Education: Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing. Licensed to practice professional nursing in the State of Colorado. Minimum Experience: Six months or more as a practicing registered nurse. Diploma and Associate Degree prepared nurses must have a minimum of one year of full-time clinical experience to be eligible for employment. Our Culture The University of Colorado Hospital is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The University of Colorado Hospital does not condone or tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation.~MB~