Registered Nurse (RN) - Urgent Care - PRN

ESTES PARK HEALTH COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Estes Park Health exists to make a positive difference to the health and well-being of all we serve. Located about 90 miles northwest of Denver, at 7,522 feet above sea level, Estes Park Health sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. As a gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, the adventurous lifestyle Estes Park supplies open endless outdoor opportunities for our staff. We promote a healthy work-life balance to give our staff the time to enjoy the “playground” that is Colorado.

From pediatrics to geriatrics, Estes Park Health supplies a full spectrum of care for our friends, neighbors, and visitors in the entire Estes Park Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park. Today, over 18,000 patients—residents and visitors alike—see our health care teams for both outpatient and inpatient services.

SUMMARY:

The RN supports the Provider in the delivery of patient care within the Urgent Care Center (UCC) setting by providing urgent/emergent patient care under the direction of a physician or Nurse Practitioner. They are responsible for documentation, order entry, stocking/unit supplies and patient transportation within building or to and from car as required. The RN performs interventions under the direction of the Provider within their scope of education and licensure and within UCC established Medical Direction Protocols. This includes, but not limited to, triaging patients to prioritize care, rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, splinting, lab draws, IV insertion/fluid administration, medication administration, wound care, or additional duties as assigned within scope of practice. The RN will assist management with the overseeing of ordering supply, organization of the clinic, communication with the UC Tech regarding updates pertaining to practice, process, and supplies, as well as communication with the Medical Director as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• The RN will render professional services to Estes Park Health (EPH) in the arena of Urgent Care Medical Services for the hospital, including all related facilities, clinics, and services. They will faithfully, industriously and to the best of his/her ability, perform all duties that may be required by virtue of the position and all duties set forth in EPH’s governing laws, regulations, contracts, bylaws, and in policy statements of the Board of Directors. The Lead Tech will be committed towards the fulfillment of EPH’s values, mission, strategy, and the achievement of its annual goals and objectives.


• Provide expert, compassionate, individualized patient care for patients and families. Collaborate with providers, staff and other members of the team to achieve optimal patient outcomes


• Triage incoming patient requests for services as needed; oversee the daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety and satisfaction using healthcare assessment skills, prioritizing skills and critical thinking skills.


• Assists with and performs patient care including collection of patient information, accurate reading and documentation of vital signs, and recording activities and treatments on the EMR. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.


• Performs various procedures, processes, and other duties as assigned under provider delegation


• Administer medications to patients and records patient responses as directed, within scope of practice.


• Maintains exam and treatment rooms and other areas. Cleans equipment following established guidelines. Ensures that established standard supply levels are maintained.


• Protects patients and employees by assisting in maintaining a clean, safe working environment, and adhering to infection control policies and protocols


• Ability to work in an environment of strict confidentiality and maintain such an environment, both at work and in off-hours.


• Oversees ordering and outdating medical,dietary, and office supplies.


• Oversees general organization of clinic and storage areas.


• Oversees routine lab QC, and organization and filing of lab testing records.


• Communicates needs for facility maintenance and safety to appropriate leadership.


• Communicates needs for medical equipment maintenance and replacement to appropriate leadership.


• Communicates information updates regarding practice, process, and supplies to UCC staff.


• Assists in orienting and providing continuing education for new and existing tech staff.


• Maintains familiarity with current State of Colorado Paramedic and EMT-B IV Scope of Practice and assists Medical Director in aligning tech staff competencies.


• All other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

• Licensed Registered Nurse


• ED/UC experience, 2+ yrs


• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider, ACLS, PALS, Certifications

PAY RANGE:

$33.92 - $46.13 per hour

PRN Differential of $4.50/hr

BENEFITS:

We offer benefits for PRN employees!

• Retirement plans catered to your needs – all employees (Full Time, Part Time, PRN, Seasonal) are enrolled into our Money Purchase Pension Plan, 401a, which is in lieu of social security contributions. We also offer a 457(b) plan to additional funds to your investments. . 


• Employee Assistance Program – A comprehensive program for you and your family member which includes a national provider network for counseling services, life balance services, legal and financial services. 

Statement Regarding Initial Application:

In accordance with the Job Application Fairness Act, any applicant filling out this initial application will not need to disclose any age-identifying information. This standard is upheld in any additional documents submitted alongside this initial application. Any resumes, or additional documentation, that have information that would disclose an applicant’s age can be redacted at the applicant’s discretion.

For more information about this opportunity e-mail questions to [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The descriptions above are listed as is at the time of posting and could change as needed at any time in accordance with state, local and federal laws.