Registered Nurse Pediatric ED 9-month position

Denver Health • Denver, CO

78d • $34 - $56

About The Position

We are recruiting for a motivated Registered Nurse Pediatric ED 9-month position 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 Pediatric Emergency Department Pediatric Emergency Department and Urgent Care is a fast-paced environment providing high quality care to pediatric patients. We are uniquely equipped to treat all levels of injuries and illnesses from earaches to major traumas. We are the only Level II Pediatric Trauma Center in the Denver Metro Area. Staffed with all levels of pediatric providers and experienced nurses, it is a great environment to grow the skills of new nurses. We are an essential link in the pediatric chain of care and work closely with both our inpatient pediatric and ICU teams and community pediatric care centers.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree Required
• Less than 1 year of work experience; one year experience in a direct patient care setting preferred
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
• RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and applicability of the principles of growth and development over the life span
• Ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
• Skilled in maintaining effective working relationship 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 required; EPIC documentation preferred

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of individuals, families and/or communities to identify potential health or safety problems
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records
• Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patient’s condition and vital signs
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patient’s responses and conditions
• Develop and modify patient care plans as indicated by patient’s responses and conditions
• Prepare patients for, and assist with examinations and treatments
• Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
• Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity
• Direct and supervise less skilled nursing/health care personnel
• Instruct individuals and families on health education and disease prevention and after care
• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent or disabled patients
• Medication administration, documentation and reassessment
• Promote positive patient experience

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year
• Immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%
• 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree