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Denver Health

Public hospital system providing comprehensive care

Registered Nurse - NICU/Mom&Baby/Pediatrics

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeDenver, CO, USA$36 - $57.77 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Associate's degree is required.
  • A current Registered Nurse license from the Department of Regulatory Agencies is required.
  • Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.
  • Adherence to the standards of professional nursing practice, process, and performance, including the signed American Nurses Association Standards addendum, and accrediting body standards.
  • Conduct duties, responsibilities, and competencies effectively and appropriately for the patients or clients receiving care or services.
  • Apply knowledge of growth and development across the life span, assess data reflecting patient status, and interpret relevant cultural information.
  • Complete and meet clinical competency standards.
  • Use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
  • React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
  • Interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
  • Communicate clearly.
  • Use the Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Float to all inpatient areas and the Emergency Department according to scope of practice and the hospital's floating guidelines, moving first when staffing needs change.
  • Provide care consistent with the American Nurses Association standards of professional nursing and performance and the ANA Code of Ethics.
  • Apply critical thinking, evidence-based practices, and competence in collaboration with the health care team to promote patient safety and quality outcomes.
  • Use the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice.
  • Assess individuals', families', and communities' needs to identify potential health or safety problems.
  • Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
  • Monitor, record, and report symptoms, changes in patient condition, and vital signs.
  • Develop and modify patient care plans based on patient responses and conditions.
  • Modify patient treatment plans based on patient responses and conditions.
  • Prepare patients for examinations and treatments and assist with them.
  • Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
  • Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
  • Direct and supervise less-skilled nursing and health care personnel.
  • Instruct individuals and families in health education, disease prevention, and aftercare.
  • Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients.
  • Administer and document medications and reassess patients.
  • Promote a positive patient experience.
  • Work a schedule that meets the needs of a 24/7 facility, including possible nights, holidays, and weekends.

Desired Qualifications

  • One year of experience in a direct patient care setting is preferred.
  • EPIC documentation experience is preferred.

About the Company

Denver Health

Public hospital system providing comprehensive care

Denver Health runs hospitals and clinics in Denver, providing emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and public health programs. Care is coordinated through primary care with referrals to specialists and hospital services within an integrated network that uses shared medical records. It stands out as a large, public safety-net system that serves uninsured and low-income patients and emphasizes care coordination across locations. Its goal is to ensure access to high-quality care for all residents, reduce health disparities, and improve the Denver community's overall health.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Denver, CO
Founded
1860

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