Recovery Center Registered Nurse (PRN)
Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies
Loveland, Colorado
RN · PACU · Orthopedics · Post-Surgical Recovery
Posted Jul 16
- Unit
- PACU
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Per Diem
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- $18/hr below the median
The median for PACU in Colorado is $50/hr, across 11 postings.
About this role
The Recovery Center Registered Nurse is responsible for the nursing care of post-surgical orthopaedic patients admitted to the recovery center unit. This position provides nursing care using therapeutic, rehabilitative, and preventive methods. Essential Duties and
Responsibilities
Assists in (or performs under medical direction) diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including administration of medications, application of drugs, starting intravenous (IV) fluids, application of orthopaedic devices such as continuous passive motion (CPM), and dressing changes. Observes patient, checks dressings, documents significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to significant incidents. Is aware of complications that could result from anesthesia; demonstrates knowledge of appropriate treatment for complications of anesthesia.
Follows standing orders and post-operative protocols for each patient admitted to the recovery center.
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Requirements
- Associate's degree from an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program
- Demonstrated knowledge of surgery center procedures and protocols
- Valid Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or ability to obtain within 90 days from hire
- Acceptable motor vehicle driving history
- Valid driver's license and appropriate vehicle insurance coverage
- Ability to travel between all OCR locations
Benefits
- Retirement savings and profit-sharing plan participation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company-sponsored events
- Annual merit increases
Place
- City
- Loveland, Colorado
- Median rent
- $1,730/mo
- Local household income
- $84,604/yr
- Metro price level
- 1% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Loveland area index 101.1, where 100 is the national average.
Loveland sits at Colorado's Front Range base, about 50 miles north of Denver, framed by Rocky Mountain views. The city blends outdoor access with a quiet arts scene anchored by its nationally recognized sculpture shows. Downtown retains a walkable small-town feel. Rapid regional growth is driving steady demand across local hospital systems and outpatient clinics for nursing talent.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.
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Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies (OCR) is an independent orthopaedic specialty provider serving patients in the northern Colorado region, with a location in Loveland, CO. The organization focuses on orthopaedic and spine surgical services, including a recovery center…
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