Charge - Community Health Registered Nurse

STRIDE Community Health Center; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO and holidays

HSA and FSA options

401(k) with matching

Job summary

STRIDE Community Health Center in Colorado is seeking a Charge – Community Health RN to support the Nurse Manager and MA Supervisor. This role is 70% clinical and 30% administrative, with a leadership stipend.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and improving care processes while delivering direct patient care within the nursing scope. Preference for ambulatory care leadership experience.

Qualifications

• RN license in Colorado or compact licensing arrangement is required.
• Baccalaureate degree in Registered Nursing from an accredited program is required.
• Two years of full-time RN experience in hospital or community health setting is required.
• Active BLS certification is required.
• Ambulatory care nursing experience and leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise hiring, training, evaluation, and workflow for staff in accordance with STRIDE policies and laws.
• Support compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
• Develop and maintain efficient care processes and procedures.
• Provide direct clinical services within the approved nursing scope.
• Assist in staffing planning to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organization

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

RN license (CO)

Baccalaureate in Nursing

2 years RN experience

BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Overview

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area.

Job Type

Full‑time.

General Purpose

The Charge – Community Health RN assists and supports the Nurse Manager and Medical Assistant Supervisor(s) in the supervision of service, training, operational, and personnel functions within their assigned location or region. This position is 70% clinical, 30% administrative, and includes a leadership stipend.

Essential Duties / Position Responsibilities

• Supervisory functions including hiring, training, evaluation, workflow, discipline, standards, and overall performance evaluation in accordance with STRIDE policies, procedures, and applicable laws.


• Support compliance with all applicable regulations and standards pertinent to the organization and areas of supervision.


• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of efficient and effective care processes and procedures.


• Provide direct service to patients in conducting various clinical procedures within the approved scope of nursing.


• Assist in developing staffing plans to meet organizational objectives of safe, high‑quality patient care.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

STRIDE Values:

• Community: All are welcome at STRIDE – our patients are the center of our work.


• Trust: Our patients feel safe, empowered, and supported.


• Value: We respond to patients' needs by providing effective, affordable care.


• Compassion: We treat patients with kindness, empathy, and dignity.

Education and Experience

• Required: Baccalaureate degree in Registered Nursing from an accredited school or training program.


• Required: An active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Colorado or appropriate compact licensing arrangement.


• Required: 2 years of full‑time experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital or community health setting.


• Required: Active BLS certification.


• Preferred: Previous ambulatory care nursing experience.


• Preferred: Previous clinical leadership experience.

Skills & Expertise

• Interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers, and/or external contacts.


• Work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.


• Analyze and synthesize data to determine the appropriate solution to the issue at hand.


• Manage multiple projects or competing demands.


• Demonstrate an effective and sensitive response to the needs and concerns of STRIDE’s diverse patient population.


• Handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.

Tools You’ll Use

Cell phone, computer, iPad, printer, multi‑line telephone systems, fax machine, copier, calculator, and all Microsoft Office products including Outlook and Excel.

Working Environment and Physical Activities

The role requires physical stamina to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and involves sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, walking, and climbing stairs as well as reaching overhead and performing repetitive tasks. Effective verbal communication and strong hearing skills are essential. The position also demands strong mental capabilities, including the ability to compare, copy, compute, compile, analyze, coordinate, and negotiate information. Additionally, instructing others and demonstrating strong interpersonal skills are critical components of this role.

STRIDE values a strong and collaborative work environment. All new employees undergo a 90‑day probationary period to evaluate performance and cultural alignment. This period offers both employee and employer the opportunity to confirm a mutual fit, promoting long‑term success and satisfaction.

Work Schedule

4‑day, 10‑hour shifts.

Salary

Competitive salary of $72,000–$96,000 annually, based on experience. This role also includes a $10,000 annual leadership stipend for Charge RN responsibilities. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays


• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options


• 401(k) with matching


• Work‑life balance


• NHSC loan repayment


• Tuition reimbursement and/or continuing medical education (CME)


• No nights, weekends, or major holidays


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Employee discounts on top attractions, hotels, and more

STRIDE conducts background checks, including criminal history, education, license and certification.

STRIDE is an equal‑opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

STRIDE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.

Health and Safety Commitment

All new hires receive an annual flu shot or submit an exemption, and undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.

Application submission closing date: July 10, 2026.