Nurse-RN (Psychiatric) -PRN (0005Q)

Axis Health System•Montrose, CO

68d•$36 - $41•Hybrid

About The Position

The RN provides direct nursing services to Axis Health System patients, and clinical and administrative support to medical providers. Nursing duties include preparing for patient admissions and visits, obtaining and documenting vital signs, assisting medical providers with procedures, administering medication and immunizations, providing health education, chronic care management and preventative care. Assigned to a primary location, but may be required to assist at other clinics.

Requirements

Graduated from an accredited school of nursing
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado
2 Years of Experience in a health care setting
Advanced Microsoft computer skills required.
Must provide exceptional customer service for internal and external parties.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
High attention to detail is essential.
Annual Flu immunization
Annual TB screening
CPI training within 90 days of hire
BLS PRO certification required within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree
2 years Nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Provides nursing direct care (acute and chronic) to a diverse population of patients. This includes but is not limited to nursing assessments, care coordination, direct nursing intervention, testing, procedures, phlebotomy and patient education.
Completes initial screening and triage for patient concerns using approved triage protocols.
Utilizes the seven rights of medication administration when administering medications and immunizations.
Maintains knowledge of the uses and effects of medications and immunizations, including long acting injectable medication.
Ensures all orders submitted by medical provider are completed within expected timeframes.
Regularly assists providers with chronic care management and care plan updates for patients who have complex needs.
Responsible for ensuring infection control procedures and best practices are followed, which may including training and supporting other clinic/unit staff.
Completes all clinical documentation within expected timeframes.
Supports clinic/unit workflow by monitoring patient census and schedules, preparing for visits, assisting with urgent orders and referrals, and delegating tasks to the Medical Assistants or Behavioral Health Techs as indicated.