Registered Nurse, PRN

EDCare•Denver, CO

12d•$38 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to EDCare patients in conjunction with a supervising physician, completing daily nursing duties associated with eating-disorder care. The role provides knowledgeable nursing coverage with other medical staff, supports patients’ medical needs, and contributes to patient-care and service improvements with the interdisciplinary team. The nurse works assigned shifts according to FTE, maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation, follows medication and infection-control procedures, and provides patient education about medications and medical complications of eating disorders. The role also supports milieu staff as needed and upholds EDCare’s mission, values, confidentiality, and standards of ethical and professional conduct.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Colorado within 60 days of hire.
Obtain CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
Minimum beginner-level skills in the Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to efficiently learn and effectively work within an electronic medical records system and various software products.

Nice To Haves

Experience treating patients with eating disorders.
Experience in a mental or behavioral health setting.
Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provide daily nursing care, including specimen collection, point-of-care laboratory testing, phlebotomy, medication administration, following through on orders, performing EKGs, and observing and recording weights, vital signs, and bathroom observations.
Order standing laboratory tests per protocol, record and notify providers of relevant diagnostic and laboratory findings, follow up on required labs, share results with providers, and escalate priority results to appropriate staff.
Address patients’ medical concerns and inquiries through clear, timely communication and request information and resources needed to provide care.
Collaborate with milieu staff, physicians, the interdisciplinary team, and management on care delivery and service and patient-care improvements.
Provide knowledgeable and thorough nursing coverage in conjunction with other medical staff.
Work assigned shifts according to FTE.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of appropriate medications; regularly reconcile prescribed medications for assigned patients and notify providers of concerns.
Adhere to EDCare infection-control standards and applicable regulatory guidance, including that of The Joint Commission, CDC, and OSHA, for monitoring infections in staff and patients.
Educate patients about medication side effects and efficacy, as well as medical complications of eating disorders.
Complete clinical paperwork accurately and on time, including nursing shift assessments, weights and vital signs, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Assist milieu staff with milieu management and other assistance as needed.
Support EDCare’s mission and values, protect the confidentiality of patient information, and maintain a secure and trusting environment.
Give and accept feedback respectfully and demonstrate teamwork, open communication, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Perform other job duties as assigned.