Registered Nurse - Internal Medicine, Cherry Creek

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

4d • $69,160 - $93,850 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality support to physicians and advanced practice providers in meeting the operational needs of the practice and the medical needs of patients. The RN assesses and evaluates patient conditions, then plans, implements, provides, and documents patient care in accordance with professional nursing standards and outlined practices. This is an onsite role in Cherry Creek, Colorado, within Community Practice Medicine at the University of Colorado Anschutz.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC).
• For intermediate-level positions, two years of nursing experience.
• For senior-level positions, four years of nursing experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association, or healthcare provider-level CPR certification from the American Red Cross.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Colorado.
• Maintain all required licenses, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
• Must be able to work in person and travel to alternate locations as assigned.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, leadership, and staff across affiliate organizations.
• Ability to work within large, complex healthcare systems.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data; compile complex reports and develop presentations; and compose letters and memorandums.
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people, handle stressful situations, and finish tasks in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• One to two or more years of job-related or clinic experience.
• Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability.
• Nursing certification (ANCC) in a specialty area.
• Experience with Epic, Kronos, and HealthStream.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms and prepare them for physicians.
• Perform telephone triage, provide patient education, and handle physician and pharmacy calls.
• Take vital signs, record medical history and symptoms, and ensure medical charts and laboratory test results are available and complete.
• Administer immunizations and minor treatments as prescribed.
• Respond to patient questions and concerns as a liaison between physician and patient.
• Report test results to patients as directed by the physician.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Multiple dental plan options.
• Disability, life, and vision insurance.
• Retirement 401(a) plan with an employer contribution of 10% of gross pay.
• Paid time off accruals.
• 22 vacation days per year, with a maximum accrual of 352 hours.
• 15 sick days per year, with unlimited maximum accrual.
• 15 holiday days per year.
• Tuition benefit available on all CU campuses.
• Reduced-rate RTD bus and light rail service through ECO Pass.
• Additional perks and programs through CU Advantage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed