Project Specialist I

Denver Health • Denver, CO

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About The Position

We are recruiting for a motivated Project Specialist I to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Nursing Staffing Office Are you a passionate healthcare professional looking for variety and premium pay? Our hospital float pool offers opportunities for Registered Nurses (RN), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Medical Assistants (MAs), and Patient Safety Attendants (PSAs). Registered Nurses are able to specialize in the following tracks: - Critical Care (ICUs) - Acute Care - Women & Children - Behavioral Health - Perioperative Services - Ambulatory Care Why Join? - Premium Pay: Our float staff receive 15% on top of base pay + shift/weekend/holiday differentials + certification pay - Career Growth: Explore our clinical ladder and workforce development center, numerous leadership and clinical growth opportunities within the team - Team Environment: The float team has supportive leaders, mentorship, collaborative peers, and a thorough onboarding program - Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling Job Summary Under general supervision, works with department assisting in support of strategic and development initiatives, and ensures cross-program alignment. Analyzes and tracks project deliverables and schedules. Provides support to other members of the team to include research/fact finding, coordination of project activities, resource management, and planning. Prepares and coordinates data input for documentation, status reports, briefings, and information inquiries. Collaborates with key stakeholders, team members, and external departments for planning, prioritization, and issue resolution of overall activities in the support and achievement of goals. Ensures a constant focus on continuous improvement to achieve goals and objectives. Ensures a constant focus on continuous improvement to achieve goals and objectives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 1-3 years of project coordination, process improvement or administrative experience in healthcare or related field required.
• Knowledge and application of project planning, development, and implementation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion with information.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to provide input on projects/programs, assist with associated work plans, and able to manage the day to day execution of assigned projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively one to one as well as within a group delivering engaging, informative, and well-organized presentations.
• Advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

• Experience SharePoint preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with the department administrative team to execute on program goals and objectives. (15%)
• Provides logistical coordination and support for various projects in include: planning, scheduling, prep and set-up, post project evaluation, and other associated activities to ensure smooth class functioning. (15%)
• Works collaboratively across Denver Health to coordinate logistical support for both Internal (targeting providers inside DH) and External (targeting providers outside of DH using DH content experts) as appropriate. (10%)
• Offers creative ideas on how to improve existing events, generate additional revenue, and/or ideas for new event opportunities. (10%)
• Coordinates data collection for assigned projects including developing project timelines. (10%)
• Creates and executes project work plans as needed and revises as appropriate. (10%)
• Assists in recruitment and facilitation of event planning committees to manage their communication, meeting agendas, reporting, and outcomes. (10%)
• Prepares agendas for team or project meetings and documents key decisions. (5%)
• Responds to internal inquiries about operations and fiscal procedures, data sources, mechanisms, and tracking tools. (5%)
• Provides clear and direct communication to internal and external partners regarding status, requests, or follow-up. (5%)
• Offers creative ideas on how to improve existing systems, operations, and practices to generate efficiency and improve business practices. (5%)

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED