Registered Nurse (RN) - Immediate Care Clinic

National Jewish Health•Denver, CO

1d•$34 - $49

About The Position

The Immediate Care Clinic at National Jewish Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The Intermediate Care Clinic cares for a variety of walk-in and same-day patients. Our team provides care for those experiencing respiratory illness, lacerations, sprains, strains, and other minor illnesses. We offer the opportunity to get to know and work with the entire National Jewish Health campus and interact with various departments. As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, National Jewish Health is pioneering a new preventive and personalized medicine era. By combining our efforts in comprehensive care, academic education, and ground-breaking research, we're able to develop treatments that help our patients live more productive lives. We breathe science so our patients can breathe life. If you believe in working for an organization where Breathing Science is Life, we invite you to join our team! Position Summary Accurately plans and provides professional nursing care utilizing a systematic approach incorporating assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of plan of care. The Inpatient or Procedural RN is responsible and accountable for facilitation and management of care coordination across the healthcare continuum. Utilizes the nursing process to work with interdisciplinary teams to provide safe and personalized care. Demonstrates core competencies in their area of practice. The Inpatient/Procedural RN assists in providing crisis intervention, providing answering service coverage, interdepartmental problem-solving, and ensuring safe care.

Requirements

Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing required, BSN preferred.
Current Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) License required.
Current BLS certification required upon hire.
ACLS and PALS certifications required within 45 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Certification in a relevant specialty preferred.

Responsibilities

Collects and analyzes pertinent data and information relative to the patient’s needs.
Demonstrates proficient, skillful, and rapid assessment of patient problems and needs in the inpatient or procedural areas.
Analyzes assessment data to determine actual or potential problems or issues and communicates concerns to the provider.
Identifies expected and/or desired outcomes in a plan of care individualized for a specific patient and ensures the plan of care reflects the cultural, spiritual, intellectual, age, educational, and psychosocial differences of patient.
Collaborates with providers and other healthcare professionals to facilitate smooth and efficient inpatient or procedural workflows.
Provides professional nursing care exercising independent judgment in utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate.
Facilitates appropriate medical care, carries out provider orders, and documents care in EMR.
Provides patient education using methods and approaches recognizing the specific needs and concerns of the individual patient.
Completes and maintains competence in assigned area.
Participates in projects, activities, committees, related to nursing and health care in clinical and organizational settings.
Participates in evidenced based practice and research strategies to advance inpatient or procedural nursing practice and improve patient outcomes.
Participates as a member of the hospital’s Code Blue response team as needed.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Functions as a preceptor or Clinical House Supervisor as assigned.
May oversee and guide the work of other nursing and support staff.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.