Pre-Admission Teaching Registered Nurse (PAT RN), Part-Time

Job overview

The Pre-Admission Teaching Registered Nurse (PAT RN), Part-Time role is onsite at Community Hospital in Grand Junction, CO. Compensation is $37.00–$42.55 per hour, with a $10,000 bonus for registered nurses with two or more years of experience. Community Hospital provides the clinical setting for pre-admission education and care coordination. The nurse assesses patients scheduled for procedures or surgery, gathers medical history, and explains planned care and postoperative instructions. The role helps patients understand procedures, risks, alternatives, and recovery needs while coordinating with the healthcare team.

What you'll do

• Conduct pre-admission assessments
• gather information about past and present medical conditions
• educate patients about upcoming care and postoperative instructions
• explain planned procedures, potential risks and complications, alternative treatments, and postoperative requirements
• coordinate education and care with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

pre-admission teaching registered nurse

pat rn

grand junction co

community hospital

part-time

registered nurse

pre-admission assessment

patient education

surgical care

$37–$42.55/hr

$10,000 bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life insurance
• free parking
• paid time off
• education assistance
• 403(b) with employer matching
• and a wellness program.

Why this role

Requires current, unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure in Colorado or an equivalent combination of education and experience; a bachelor's degree is preferred. The posting states the role is in-person/onsite and requires relocation to Grand Junction after starting work.

About the employer

Colorado West Healthcare System is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.