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Denver Health

Public hospital system providing comprehensive care

Nursing New Grad - Inpatient

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 12
Full-timeDenver, CO, USA$36 - $57.77 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Associate's Degree in Nursing is required.
  • A Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.
  • A Registered Nurse license from the Department of Regulatory Agencies is required.
  • The program is offered to candidates with no previous registered nursing experience.
  • Knowledge of clinical nursing techniques, methods, and competencies is required.
  • Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient-care environment is required.
  • Knowledge of Denver Health nursing standards, policies, and procedures is required.
  • Skill in using medical instruments and laboratory equipment is required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form is required.
  • Ability to apply nursing principles, practices, and techniques is required.
  • Ability to assess patient needs and coordinate appropriate nursing care is required.
  • Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations is required.
  • Ability to use computers and computer systems is required.
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency is required.
  • Applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and perform all job functions required of a fully credentialed registered nurse.
  • 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.
  • Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
  • Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
  • Prepare patients for examinations and treatments and assist with them.
  • Assess individuals', families', and communities' needs to identify potential health or safety problems.
  • Instruct individuals and families on health education, disease prevention, and aftercare.
  • Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients.
  • Administer and document medications and reassess patients.
  • Provide patient-centered nursing care in accordance with professional nursing standards and the nursing code of ethics.
  • Apply critical thinking and evidence-based policies, procedures, guidelines, and competencies to support patient safety and quality outcomes.
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to promote excellence in patient safety and quality outcomes.
  • Use the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice.
  • Participate in the 12-month Nurse Residency Program, including monthly education classes and hands-on clinical experiences.

Desired Qualifications

  • Bilingual skills are 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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