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Registered Nurse - OR (Full-Time)

Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center -
La Junta, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$35.00 - $44.05 an hour

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Gym membership
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

RN License
BLS Certification
ACLS Certification

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Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgery / Operating Room, Full-Time

Join the Surgical Team at Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC)

Are you a detail-oriented, compassionate RN who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment? At Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC), we are looking for a skilled Operating Room Registered Nurse to help deliver safe, exceptional care before, during, and after surgical procedures.

Located in La Junta, AVRMC proudly serves Southeastern Colorado with high-quality healthcare close to home. If you are passionate about surgical nursing and want to work with a supportive team that values excellence, we invite you to apply.

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgery / Operating Room

As an OR Registered Nurse, you will play a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate care for surgical patients across all age groups—from pediatric to geriatric patients.

This position requires strong clinical judgment, technical skill, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Safety

Approach patients with kindness, compassion, and professionalism
Provide reassurance, education, and therapeutic communication to patients and families
Monitor patient behavior, anxiety, distress, and physiological changes and respond appropriately
Assess cardio-respiratory status and recognize changes requiring intervention
Position patients safely and protect bony prominences during procedures
Protect patient privacy, dignity, and emotional well-being
Respond effectively to emergency or distressful patient situations

Surgical Preparation & Procedure Support

Prepare, drape, and position patients correctly for all procedures
Ensure pre-op checklist completion, including H&P, informed consent, and required test results
Maintain medical/surgical asepsis and universal precautions during all procedures
Open sterile supplies and set up sterile fields for procedures
Prepare and clean OR suites before, between, and after cases
Assist with maintenance and handling of surgical instruments and equipment
Demonstrate strong knowledge of anesthetic drugs, side effects, and surgical equipment

Intraoperative Excellence

Accurately account for all sponges, needles, and instruments during procedures
Communicate lab and imaging results to the surgeon during surgery
Properly label, handle, and document specimens
Provide complete handoff reports to PACU nurses regarding intraoperative patient status
Perform all circulating nurse duties effectively and confidently

Teamwork & Quality

Maintain accurate, complete, and timely charting within each shift
Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, PACU staff, and coworkers
Participate in instrument processing, sterilization, and biological monitoring
Demonstrate knowledge of dysrhythmias and initiate appropriate response
Support hospital quality initiatives and assist with implementation of core measures

Qualifications

Required

Current Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) License
Current BLS Certification

Required Within Six Months of Hire

ACLS Certification

Preferred

Previous Operating Room or Medical/Surgical nursing experience

Exceptions may be considered based on experience and work history.

Why Join AVRMC?

At AVRMC, we believe our employees are the heart of exceptional patient care. We offer a supportive environment where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work makes a real difference.

Benefits & Perks

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Coverage
Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Employee Wellness Programs
Gym Membership Discount
Employee Assistance Program through Cigna, New York Life, and Principal

Financial Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Annual Salary Increase Opportunities
Generous Paid Time Off
Shift Differentials (where applicable)
401(k) Retirement Plan (available immediately)
Employer Match after 1 Year of Service

Additional Advantages

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Colorado FAMLI Program Participation
(Up to 12–16 weeks of paid leave for qualifying life events)
Identity Theft Protection
Rewards & Recognition Programs
Cafeteria Meal Discounts

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Join a team committed to providing extraordinary care close to home.

Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center

We look forward to welcoming talented professionals who are ready to make a difference every day.

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Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgery / Operating Room, Full-Time

Join the Surgical Team at Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC)

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgery / Operating Room

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Safety

Surgical Preparation & Procedure Support

Intraoperative Excellence

Teamwork & Quality

Qualifications

Required

Required Within Six Months of Hire

Preferred

Why Join AVRMC?

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Financial Benefits

Additional Advantages

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