Part Time Registered Nurse - 1842

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision plans

401(k) retirement savings matching

Extensive paid time off

Job summary

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to people experiencing homelessness and related at-risk populations in Denver. The role applies clinical expertise within an integrated, trauma-informed care model to address complex health needs and reduce barriers to healthcare access.

The RN will promote patient-centered care, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and participate in care coordination across CCH programs.

Qualifications

• Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Colorado.
• Basic Life Support Certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Bi-lingual English-Spanish and/or ASL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care consistent with community standards and CCH protocols.
• Delivers patient-centered care within an integrated, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, harm-reduction model that addresses patients' physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Conducts rapid, accurate triage assessments in person and by phone, and provides care recommendations in line with SSHC nursing protocols.
• Administers medications safely and effectively according to protocol.
• Educates and empowers patients on common chronic and acute conditions, including diabetes management, hypertension management, nutrition, wound care, infectious disease, gender-affirming care, family planning, and disease prevention.
• Oversees care for patients with transitional, chronic, and complex health conditions.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

EHR proficiency

Triage skills

Trauma-informed care

Education

Nursing degree (ASN/BSN/MSN)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 days

Coalition Mission

The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for families, children, and individuals who are experiencing or at-risk of homelessness throughout Colorado.

The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves.

Our Philosophy of Service

We believe all people have the right to adequate housing and health care. We work to remove the barriers that restrict access to these rights. Society benefits when adequate housing and healthcare are available to everyone.

We Create Lasting Solutions To Homelessness By

• Honoring the inherent dignity of those we serve, affirming their capabilities, and fostering their hope that a better life is possible;
• Building strong, caring, and trauma-informed communities through the integration of housing, health care, and supportive services;
• Advocating for social and racial equity, inclusion, and diversity and challenging the status quo in partnership with our workforce members and those we serve;
• Achieving excellence through continuous quality assurance, innovation, and professional development;
• Using resources judiciously and effectively.

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse delivers high-quality, compassionate care to people experiencing homelessness and other at-risk individuals. This role applies clinical expertise within an integrated, trauma-informed care model to meet the complex health needs of a diverse patient population. The RN promotes patient-centered care and improved well-being through adaptability, resilience, and a proactive approach to reducing barriers to healthcare.

Duties/Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Provides skilled nursing care consistent with community standards and CCH protocols.
• Delivers patient-centered care within an integrated, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, harm-reduction model that addresses patients' physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Conducts rapid, accurate triage assessments in person and by phone, and provides care recommendations in line with SSHC nursing protocols.
• Administers medications safely and effectively according to protocol.
• Educates and empowers patients on common chronic and acute conditions, including diabetes management, hypertension management, nutrition, wound care, infectious disease, gender-affirming care, family planning (parenting, adoption, abortion), and disease prevention.
• Oversees care for patients with transitional, chronic, and complex health conditions.
• Collaborates with the multidisciplinary healthcare team and coordinates care across internal CCH programs.
• Provides treatment services as a member of an OBH-licensed Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment team, including case management, crisis services, initial intake screenings, individual medication-assisted treatment (MAT) counseling, and withdrawal assessment scales.
• Mentors and precepts new nurses and nursing students to build their clinical skills and confidence.
• Facilitates patient access to internal programs, including health outreach and housing support services.
• Provides nursing services as needed across CCH programs and facilities.
• Participates in team-based and interdisciplinary quality improvement initiatives.
• Engages in ongoing professional development.
• Attends required disciplinary, interdisciplinary, suite, quality improvement, and all-staff meetings.
• Ensures timely, accurate documentation of all patient interactions, clinical services, and communications in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Licensure and Certifications

• Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Colorado.
• Basic Life Support Certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Bi-lingual English-Spanish and/or ASL preferred.

Experience

• Experience in ambulatory, public, community, mental health, emergency, or critical care nursing preferred.
• Pediatric nursing experience and familiarity working with diverse or marginalized communities are highly desirable.

Job Competencies

• Sound critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with high emotional intelligence.
• Knowledge of, and sensitivity to, the needs of people experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable populations.
• Proficiency in EHR use and documentation compliance.
• Ability to triage, assess, and provide urgent care following clinic protocols.
• Commitment to trauma-informed care, universal precautions, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, HIPAA).

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment are representative of those that must be met or encountered to successfully perform the essential functions of the job with or reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, CCH provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, and reaching during shift.
• Frequent use of computer systems and telephones throughout the day.
• Must be able to hear and see to assess patient needs and communicate effectively.

Percentage of work time spent on activity →

0% - 24%

25% to 49%

50% to 74%

75% to 100%

SEEING:

Must be able to read computer screens and printed documents.

x

HEARING:

Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with employees and others.

x

STANDING/WALKING

x

CLIMBING/STOOPING/KNEELING

x

LIFTING/PULLING/PUSHING

x

GRASPING/FEELING:

Must be able to write, type and use telephones.

x

Working Conditions

• Exposure to infectious diseases and handling of medical equipment.
• Work primarily in a clinical setting with potential for variable hours.
• Ability to work day, evening or weekend clinic as scheduled or appropriate.

Coalition Benefits

We offer a full suite of benefits for our eligible employees and their dependents. We’re proud to offer same-and opposite-sex domestic partner coverage.

• Health Insurance - HMO or PPO
• Dental plans, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) retirement savings matching,
• Extensive paid time-off, including holidays, sick leave, and vacation

The effective date for your benefits will be the first of the month following your date of hire.

CCH is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any characteristic protected by law.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.