Nurse-RN (Psychiatric) -PRN (0005Q)

Axis-Health-System; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 106,075,000 - 116,545,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development benefits

Loan Repayment Programs

401k offering up to 4% match

College Invest plans

9) Company Paid Holidays

Job summary

Axis Health System in Montrose, CO seeks a PRN RN to provide direct nursing care in the outpatient setting. You will assist with admissions and visits, document vital signs, support medical providers during procedures, and administer medications and immunizations.

The role emphasizes patient education, chronic care management, infection control, and timely clinical documentation, with travel between Axis locations as needed and a requirement for BLS PRO certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and licensed RN in Colorado.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree.
• Two years of nursing experience.
• BLS PRO certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to a diverse patient population.
• Assist with admissions, visits, vital signs, and documentation.
• Assist providers with procedures; administer medications and vaccines.
• Provide health education and chronic care management.
• Ensure infection control practices and complete clinical documentation on time.
• Support clinic workflow and coordinate referrals.

Skills

Nursing direct care

Care coordination

Phlebotomy

Patient education

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

BLS certification

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nurse, RN -PRN - Montrose Outpatient, Montrose, COPosition Summary:The RN provides direct nursing services to Axis Health System patients, and clinical and administrative support to medical providers. Nursing duties include preparing for patient admissions and visits, obtaining and documenting vital signs, assisting medical providers with procedures, administering medication and immunizations, providing health education, chronic care management and preventative care. Assigned to a primary location, but may be required to assist at other clinics.Qualifications:Our ideal candidate for our Nurse, RN position will have graduated from an accredited school of nursing and be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado. Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree. They will have2 Years of Experience in a health care setting Preferred Experience: 2 years Nursing experience.Salary:Starting pay is $37.00 (Base Pay $36.00 + Locale Diff $1.00) – $40.66 annually and considers preferred education, experience and licensure.*This position includes a $1.00/hr. locale differential for our Montrose and Delta worksites.Part-Time Benefits:Professional development benefitsLoan Repayment Programs401k offering up to 4% matchCollege Invest plans(9) Company Paid HolidaysNursing Core Job Duties:Provides nursing direct care (acute and chronic) to a diverse population of patients. This includes but is not limited to nursing assessments, care coordination, direct nursing intervention, testing, procedures, phlebotomy and patient education.Completes initial screening and triage for patient concerns using approved triage protocols.Utilizes the seven rights of medication administration when administering medications and immunizations.Maintains knowledge of the uses and effects of medications and immunizations, including long acting injectable medication.Ensures all orders submitted by medical provider are completed within expected timeframes.Regularly assists providers with chronic care management and care plan updates for patients who have complex needs.Responsible for ensuring infection control procedures and best practices are followed, which may including training and supporting other clinic/unit staff.Completes all clinical documentation within expected timeframes.Supports clinic/unit workflow by monitoring patient census and schedules, preparing for visits, assisting with urgent orders and referrals, and delegating tasks to the Medical Assistants or Behavioral Health Techs as indicated.Physical demands:Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand, or kneel and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop. Must have ability to sit for longer periods at a computer. Employee must be able to travel between Axis Health System locations. Possible potential exposure to communicable disease. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Axis Health System may make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Skills:Advanced Microsoft computer skills required.Must provide exceptional customer service for internal and external parties.Must have excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.High attention to detail is essential.Additional eligibility requirements:Annual Flu immunization, Annual TB screening, CPI training within 90 days of hire, BLS PRO certification required within 90 days of hire.About our Axis Health System:We are the leading provider of behavioral health and integrated (primary, dental, and behavioral health) care on the Western Slope of Colorado. As a therapist in our clinic, you’ll have access to a wide range of resources for your patients. We have recovery groups, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), specialized mental health outpatient programs, primary care, diabetes education, crisis services, resource navigators, insurance enrollment specialists, tele-video systems to access our locations across the region and more. We work to make sure you have what you need at your fingertips to be successful in your position and support your patient in their road to recovery.Please visit our website at http://www.axishealthsystem.org , to apply for this position and for more information about our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, transfer, or promotion opportunities.About Montrose/Delta/Hotchkiss:If you’re interested in archaeology, hiking, biking, boating, rafting, hunting, exploring, or kayaking – Montrose is the place for you!Montrose and the surrounding area are perfect for an outdoor enthusiast. Black Canyon National Park, just east of the San Juan Mountains is just minutes away and to the west, the Uncompahgre Plateau is waiting to be explored. Here, you are surrounded by the many opportunities and adventures waiting to happen. From hiking and biking to kayaking and rafting with breath taking views of our majestic landscape. When in Hotchkiss you can explore their vineyards and museums or find you self at the art center appreciating all the creativity or taking an art class yourself! Montrose has an airport within 10 minutes from our Montrose locations, which has daily service to Denver, Dallas and Phoenix (including several other major US cities). Learn more about our area here: Visit Montrose, CO.