Registered Nurse Float, ACS Outpatient Float RN

Denver Health•Denver, CO

11d•$36 - $55

About The Position

Denver Health is recruiting a mission-driven Registered Nurse Float for its ACS Outpatient Float RN role in the CHS Support Float Pool. Under general supervision, the ambulatory care services (ACS) RN float provides patient care and education to diverse patients, families, and community members across the lifespan in outpatient settings, floating to another unit as staffing needs change. The nurse follows American Nurses Association standards and ethics, applies critical thinking and evidence-based practices, and collaborates with the healthcare team to promote safety and quality outcomes. Daily practice incorporates the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas. The role supports interdisciplinary clinic teams through supervision, education, and training, and contributes to problem solving, escalation of patient-care issues, patient and family outreach, and coordination of clinic and community services. The RN assesses patients, develops and adjusts care plans, provides nursing care and education, administers ordered medications and treatments, coordinates care with patients and interprofessional colleagues, documents care, assists with examinations and treatments, and promotes a positive patient experience. The position is a regular, day-shift role. The listed salary is $35.55–$55.09 per hour. Denver Health describes its float pool as offering premium pay, including 15% on top of base pay, shift/weekend/holiday differentials, and certification pay, along with flexible scheduling, onboarding, mentorship, and career-development opportunities.

Requirements

Associate's degree and completion of a nursing program.
1–3 years of experience in a direct patient care setting.
Current RN-Registered Nurse license through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association.
Adherence to ANA standards for professional nursing practice, process, and performance, as well as accrediting-body standards.
Ability to perform duties and competencies effectively and appropriately for the patients or clients receiving care or services.
Knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and ability to assess patient-status data and interpret relevant cultural information.
Completion of clinical competency standards.
Ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Microsoft Office Suite skills.

Nice To Haves

EPIC documentation experience.

Responsibilities

Support the interdisciplinary healthcare team through supervision, education, and training of clinic team members, including medical assistants, educators, and care navigators.
Help solve problems, escalate patient-care issues, conduct patient and family outreach, and coordinate services and care activities in the clinic and community.
Implement evidence-based care plans with patients and the healthcare team, and develop or modify treatment plans in response to patient conditions and outcomes.
Provide safe and appropriate nursing care and patient education in ambulatory clinics, including care such as newborn visits, foot care, wound care, obstetric care, diabetes education, and preoperative teaching.
Administer medications and treatments safely as ordered and according to policy.
Collect comprehensive assessment data, identify potential health or safety problems, and communicate findings to patients and appropriate healthcare team members. Assessment may take place face-to-face, by video, or by telephone.
Partner with patients and the interprofessional team to review assessments, set measurable goals and outcomes, and plan strategies to achieve them.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Advocate for patients and families in accordance with ANA ethics and professional practice standards.
Maintain accurate, detailed patient-care records using appropriate electronic health record documentation tools and document as needed for projects and quality initiatives.
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations and treatments.
Instruct individuals and families on health education, disease prevention, and after-care.
Analyze assessment data to determine nursing diagnoses.
Promote a positive patient experience.
Float to another unit as staffing needs change.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, including vacation, personal/sick time, and 7 holidays.
100% paid parental leave for up to 6 weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans, with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs and discounts or perks on brands, travel, and more.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development through the Workforce Development Center, supporting career growth and advancement pathways.
Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer, with student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligibility.
Float-pool premium pay of 15% on top of base pay, plus shift, weekend, and holiday differentials and certification pay.
Flexible scheduling.
Mentorship, supportive leaders, and a thorough onboarding program.
Clinical ladder, workforce-development resources, and leadership and clinical growth opportunities.