Registered Nurse Per Diem

Ernest Health•Johnstown, CO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital in Johnstown, Colorado, is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit. The nurse conducts patient assessments and plans, supervises, implements, and evaluates interventions intended to prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and help patients adapt to an altered lifestyle. The nurse integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice. The hospital is an inpatient rehabilitation facility caring for patients recovering from stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic conditions, and other complex medical issues. The job posting also describes employee recognition, wellness, and retention programs, as well as opportunities for employees to share feedback about their work experience.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of and adherence to current nursing theory and practice, infection control, and wound care standards of practice.
Knowledge of accreditation standards and adherence to standards set by state and accrediting agencies, including TJC and CMS.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures, and use of appropriate policies, procedures, and guidelines in patient care.
Demonstrated critical-thinking skills.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
One year of recent experience; acute care setting preferred.
ACLS certification preferred in LTACH and Texas hospitals.

Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit.
Assess patients and plan, supervise, implement, and evaluate interventions to prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and help patients adapt to an altered lifestyle.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.