Registered Nurse - GI Lab

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Registered Nurse - GI Lab to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department

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Job Summary

The GI Lab RN works independently, oversees aseptic technique according to infection control practices and rotates through all areas of the GI Lab including pre-procedure, intra-procedure and post-procedure. The GI Lab RN will be competent in administering, monitoring and reversal of procedural sedation, cardio/respiratory monitoring, arrhythmia recognition and emergency airway management. The GI Lab RN adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of professional nursing and performance, and the ANA Code of Ethics to provide care to all healthcare consumers.

Applies critical thinking, evidence-based practices and competence to collaborate with the health care team to promote excellence in healthcare consumer safety and quality outcomes. Utilizes the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice. "Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Founder / Director, Watson Caring Science Institute."

Essential Functions

The GI Lab RN works independently, oversees aseptic technique according to infection control practices and rotates through all areas of the GI Lab including pre-procedure (20%) The GI Lab RN works independently, oversees aseptic technique according to infection control practices and rotates through all areas of the GI Lab including intra-procedure. Administering, monitoring and reversal of procedural sedation, cardio/respiratory monitoring, arrhythmia recognition and emergency airway management. (20%) The GI Lab RN works independently, oversees aseptic technique according to infection control practices and rotates through all areas of the GI Lab including post-procedure (20%) The RN will work to contact patients to educate, give pathology results, and discuss colorectal cancer screening.

(20%) RN will work independently with the therapeutic GI doctor to perform ERCP’s, upper and lower EUS’s colonoscopies and endoscopies. Placing stents, cyst draining and stone removal. (20%)

Education

Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Nursing required. Work

Experience

One year experience in a direct patient care setting preferred.

Licenses

BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross required. RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Adherence to Standards of Professional Nursing Practice/ Process / Performance [ANA Standards addendum- signed] and accrediting body standards. Ensures all duties, responsibilities and competencies are conducted in a manner that is effective and appropriate to patients/clients to who care/service is being provided. Demonstrates knowledge and applicability of the principles of growth and development over the life span, as well as demonstrating the ability to assess data reflecting the patient’s status and interpreting appropriate cultural information of the patient(s) to whom care/ services is being delivered/provided.

Employee has completed and met their clinical competency standards Ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Skilled in maintaining effective working relationship with patients, employees, and the public. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations Ability to interpret adapt and apply guidelines and procedures Ability to communicate clearly.

Microsoft Office Suite required. EPIC documentation preferred. Shift Days (United States of America) Work Type Regular Salary $36.00 - $57.77 / hr Benefits At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community.

Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5% Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance. Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.