Registered Nurse - Float Pool PRN

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Community Practice

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Float Pool PRN

Position #: 00854566 – Requisition #: 41710

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality support to physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs) in meeting the operational needs of the practice and the medical needs of the patient. The RN assesses and evaluates patient conditions, and then plans, implements, provides, and documents patient care in a manner that follows professional nursing standards and outlined practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms and readies them for physicians.
• Performs telephone triage, patient education, handling of physician phone calls, and pharmacy calls.
• Takes vital signs, records medical history/symptoms, and ensures medical chart/lab test results are available and complete.
• Administers immunizations and minor treatments as prescribed.
• Responds to patient questions and concerns as a liaison between physician and patient.
• Reports all test results to the patient as directed by the physician.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver Metro, CO .

Why Join Us

Community Practice Medicine, housed within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado, is seeking trained medical professionals to join our growing team. With clinics spanning from Longmont to Castle Rock, we offer a wide variety of opportunities. Specialty areas include, but are not limited to: Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Urology, Psychiatry, and many more!

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Entry Level

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Intermediate Level

• Two (2) years of nursing experience.

Senior Level

• Four (4) years of nursing experience.

Substitution (All Levels)

• A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications (All Levels)

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• One to two (1-2) or more years of job-related/clinic experience.
• Bilingual, Spanish-speaking.
• Nursing certification (ANCC) in specialty area.
• Epic, Kronos, and HealthStream experience.

Conditions of Employment (All Levels)

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross healthcare provider-level CPR certification.
• Registered Nurse (RN), State of Colorado.
• Maintains all required licensure and certifications for the position.
• Maintains all required continuing education requirements.
• Must be able to work in person.
• Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (All Levels)

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, including physicians, leadership, and staff within the various affiliate organizations (UCH, Children’s Colorado, CU Medicine, CU SOM).
• Ability to work within large, complex healthcare systems.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to compile complex reports and develop presentations.
• Ability to compose letters and memorandums.
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations.
• Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to the listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Erin McKitrick / Trisha Ward, Erin.McKitrick@cuanschutz.edu / Trisha.Ward@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this position has been established as:

• Entry Level: $ 33.25 to $38.57 per hour
• Intermediate Level: $ 35.74 to $41.46 per hour
• Senior Level: $ 38.24 to $45.12 per hour

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .