Registered Nurse - Inpatient - PRN

Family Health West Employment Opportunities; Fruita (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) with 4% match

Medical plan options

Telemedicine

Vision insurance

Life Insurance/AD&D

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending / Dependent Care

Job summary

Family Health West in western Colorado is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our inpatient team. You will perform assessments, administer medications, and support care plans in a high‑quality hospital environment.

We value teamwork, patient privacy, and ongoing professional growth, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for advancement in a close‑knit, family‑oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Active Colorado RN license with current BLS; ACLS/PALS within 6 months.
• At least 1 year inpatient experience preferred; strong patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document nursing assessments for hospital/ED patients.
• Initiate appropriate emergency care and notify physicians of changes.
• Administer medications accurately and follow patient rights.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and proper records.
• Support care planning and mobility/ADL assistance as needed.
• Collaborate with health care team and participate in continuing education.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Documentation skills

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Current unrestricted Registered Nurse License (Colorado)

BLS with ACLS/PALS within 6 months

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

You belong here! At Family Health West, you’re more than an employee, you’re family.

When you enter our facility, you know it’s Family Health West because, well, the color speaks for itself. You’ll be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs helping to empower and inspire our patients while providing the tools and care they need to achieve their wellness goals.

When we say you’ll do what you love, we mean it! Welcomed by open arms and warm smiles, you’ll join a team that encourages professional growth. We are sure to put on our listening ears when you share new ideas and approaches to care because that’s what got us to the top! You’ll wear your badge proudly, knowing that you contribute each day, to providing care that is unmatched, in western Colorado.

About Family Health West

Our roots go deep -- founded by the community in 1946, it’s no wonder our hospital feels like coming home. We were built from the ground up with the hands of our own community, a labor of dedication and hope by our people, for our people, for the future.

At Family Health West we go beyond what corporate hospitals deliver, we’ve created a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes. As we focus on continually improving outcomes for patients, our network of healthcare providers includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities.

Nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, Family Health West has an outdoor paradise at your back door. The community culture is fitting for outdoor lovers, bikers, hikers, or those just simply soaking in the panoramic views.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reliable and punctual attendance is essential; expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day.
• Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate.
• Obtains and documents physical and neurologic assessments of hospital and/or emergency department patients.
• Initiates proper emergency care, as necessary.
• Notifies the physician of significant changes in patient condition during hospital or emergency department visits.
• Receives, carries out, and documents physician’s orders in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Assists physician with medical procedures.
• Safely and correctly performs all procedures within his/her scope of nursing practices.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosages, routes, and actions through careful administration of medication ordered utilizing the 7 patient rights
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Stocks supplies and medications as needed.
• Teaches and maintains standard / special precautions, to patients, families, and other caregivers as indicated.
• Identifies patient needs, participates in formal weekly care plan reviews, initiates care planning and implements plan of care in conjunction with other disciplines.
• Directs and assists with patient mobility, hygiene, and ADL’s.
• Assures that all records required for admission, i.e.: consents, 2-day discharge notices, etc. are completed.
• Completes an accurate documentation of assessments, observations, situations and events.
• Participates in continuing educational events.
• Conducts formal and informal teaching of patients, families and staff.
• Maintains protection of patient’s rights to privacy and dignity.
• Displays courteous and professional interactions with the public and staff members.
• Displays excellent team player skills and coaching skills for all staff.
• Attends skills days annually and maintains/completes required competencies on time.
• Responsible for monitoring daily labs/radiology reports and notifying physicians with any issues.
• Follows hospital/department policies and procedures.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

1.

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

2.

Licenses

Current unrestricted Registered Nurse License with the State of Colorado

3.

Certifications

Current BLS upon hire with ACLS/PALS within 6 month of hire

4.

Experience

A minimum of 1 year Inpatient experience preferred

WAGE STARTS at $34.60 plus 15% for PRN

Immunizations required for employment

FHW offers a full benefits package including:

FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:

Employee Assistance Program

403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule

FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK

Medical Plan Options:

• PPO plan with copay/coinsurance and lower deductible
• High Deductible Health Plan with the option for a Health Savings Account.
• Telemedicine includes in both plan options.

Vision

Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.

Critical Illness and Accident Plans

Cafeteria Options: Health Reimbursement/ Flex Savings / Dependent Childcare

A host of other options to include: Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection,etc.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Associates or better in Nursing.

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Nursing or related field.

Experience

Required

- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an Accredited Nursing School- Unrestricted Colorado RN License- Clinical skills, bedside manner, infection control, Nursing skills, physiological knowledge, administering medications, medical team work, multi-tasking, listening, verbal communication, health promotion and maintenance- BLS upon hire, ACLS within 6 months of hire.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

License - RN

Cert - BLS

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