About this opportunity
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center and Veterans Community Living Center lists this Registered Nurse - (Acute), PRN - As Needed -$44.58,Shift Diff $3.00-$5.00 opportunity in walsenburg, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
As an RN Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for the organization, coordination, and evaluation of direct nursing care for assigned patients. You will play a key role in promoting a safe, therapeutic, and patient‑focused environment while supporting our mission, vision, and values. Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse who thrives in a dynamic acute care environment? Do you have a passion for delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care? If so, we invite you to join the team at SPRHC as an RN Staff Nurse in our Extended Care Unit / Acute Med‑Surg floor.
Pay
$44.58 per hour (eligible for shift differentials). PRN as needed position.
Shift Differentials
Weekday Nights – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 7:00 pm – 7:00 am – $3.00 per hour
Weekend Days – Saturday, Sunday – 7:00 am – 7:00 pm – $3.50 per hour
Weekend Nights – Friday, Saturday, Sunday – 7:00 pm – 7:00 am – $5.00 per hour
Essential Job Function
Supervise, assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care
Administer medications and monitor patients for reactions or side effects
Conduct daily patient visits to assess physical and emotional status
Perform routine skin assessments and wound documentation
Maintain accurate, detailed documentation in the electronic medical record
Review and transcribe physician orders as needed
Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences
Coordinate discharge planning and provide patient/family education
Advocate for patients and assist in resolving care‑related concerns
Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and assigned committees
Review incident reports and implement acute temporary care plans
Support resolution of patient nutritional concerns
Complete required continuing education and in‑service training
Requirements
Minimum Required Education/Experience : Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited learning institution. Minimum of three years work experience in direct nursing care is preferred.
Pre‑Employment Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
Demonstrated knowledge, skill and understanding of nurse role in a critical care facility.
Knowledge of gerontology, rehabilitative or psychiatric nursing.
Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications (e‑mail, surveillance equipment/cameras, scheduling software, accessing required documents).
Demonstrated ability to recognize and respond to opportunities for improvement through continual learning, changes in approach based on situation and professional practice behavior.
Knowledge of care‑based practices (creating care plans, leading team meetings).
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees and administration.
Necessary Special Requirements
Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job‑specific immunizations. Required to complete Tuberculosis testing/screening.
Licenses or Certificates
Valid state license as an RN. Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification.
Unusual Demands
Work is subject to recurring and inflexible deadlines and frequent interruptions.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)
Medical including telehealth options
Dental and vision benefits
Basic Life Insurance and AD&D (employer paid)
Supplemental Life/AD&D
Paid Time Off
Short‑term disability, Cancer Protection Assurance Accidental, Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Cafeteria Meal Discount
Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)
All employees are eligible for an Employee Assistance Program and a 403B retirement fund with employer match after one year.
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Worksite address
walsenburg, CO, 81089, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.