Registered Nurse (RN) - Colorado Springs, CO

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mtns; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental

PTO/Sick Time

401k/Safe Harbor Contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Clinical ladder program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Family Leave

Job summary

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains is seeking a registered nurse to support abortion care in Colorado Springs. The role includes clinical triage, patient education, and follow-up, with emphasis on timely and empathetic patient support.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of nursing experience with sedation/ultrasound or abortion procedure assistance, strong communication skills, an active RN license, BLS, and ACLS.

Qualifications

• RN license required and active
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• 1 year nursing experience with conscious sedation, ultrasound, or abortion-assistance experience
• Must be able to provide abortion care and work as part of a team
• IV therapy experience or IV certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with abortion procedures.
• Perform laboratory testing.
• Assist with emergency care.
• Screen client medical history.
• Provide information on procedure, aftercare and birth control.
• Document client encounters clearly and promptly.
• Initiate IV access.
• Ensure proper disposal of products of conception.
• Monitor clients receiving IV sedation.
• Monitor post-operative clients.
• Maintain emergency equipment integrity.
• Assist with medical assistants and follow-up appointments.
• Serve as a resource for non-medical staff.
• Administer and track controlled medications.
• Assist with OSHA/CLIA/Board of Pharmacy compliance.
• Support routine health center upkeep.
• Deliver excellent customer service to patients and staff.

Skills

Nursing

Conscious sedation

Ultrasound

Abortion procedures

Teamwork

Communication

RN license

BLS

ACLS

IV therapy

Education

Associates or better in Nursing

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 4, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA

• On-site
• Professional/Management
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: REGIS001740

Description

About Us: Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity, inclusion, respect, integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We are committed to creating a welcoming space for all people on our staff, in our health centers, and in our community. We do this by tending to the team, respecting and honoring all people, jumping in, trying and learning, caring for our business, and returning to our mission.

Abortion Care: At PPRM, we all work in abortion care. This role supports abortion care through direct clinical triage, patient education, and follow-up, ensuring timely and empathetic support to those navigating abortion services.

Union: This role is represented by SEIU, Local 105 and is governed by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement.

In order to be fully considered for this role you will be required to complete a Pre-Hire RN Skills Self-Assessment along with this application.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• At least 1 year of nursing experience with conscious sedation experience, ultrasound experience, and/or experience assisting in abortion procedures.


• You are prepared to jump in to provide abortion care and lend your skills to support PPRM patients at this important time in history.


• You enjoy working on a team and have great communication skills with both patients and colleagues.


• You are a registered nurse with a state license, BLS, and ACLS certified.


• You are also experienced with IV therapy or are IV Certified.
  • Please note that if offered the position you must submit proof of an active ACLS at least 9 calendar days prior to your start date.

Primary Areas of Responsibility/Essential Functions:

• Assist physician with abortion procedures.


• Perform laboratory testing.


• Assist with emergency care.


• Screen client’s medical history.


• Provide basic information and education to clients on the procedure, aftercare and birth control.


• Document all client encounters completely, clearly, and in a timely manner.


• Initiate IV access.


• Examine, identify, and properly dispose of products of conception.


• Monitor clients receiving IV sedation.


• Monitor clients post operatively.


• Maintain the integrity of emergency equipment.


• Assist with medical assistants and follow up appointments.


• Act as a resource for non-medical staff.


• Administer and account for controlled medications.


• Assist with compliance of OSHA, CLIA, and Board of Pharmacy regulations.


• Assist with routine health center upkeep.


• Demonstrates excellent customer service to both internal and external customers by working towards a positive outcome with any problems encountered.


• Additional responsibilities as delegated by the center manager to ensure the functioning of the health center.


• Participates in abortion services (participation can include referrals, information, education, counseling, performing, scheduling, etc.)

Schedule: ~28.5 - 35 hours/week; Ideal candidates are able to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, evening, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Monday - Wednesday 8am - 6pm; every other Saturday 8am - 3pm

Salary Range: RN I $38.00 - $39.08/hour new graduates (includes $2/hour travel differential) or RNs with less than 6 months of experience.RN II: $39.08 - $52.99/hour(includes $2/hour travel differential)

• RNs with at least one year of periprocedural (defined as preparing patients for surgery/procedures, administering medications or monitoring patient during the procedure, and recovering the patient from the procedure), procedural abortion care, or ultrasound nursing experience.

Additional Pay:+$2.25/hour for Spanish fluency (upon passing test)

Benefits:

• Medical/Vision/Dental, with extended mental health coverage


• Accrued PTO and Sick Time


• 401k/Safe Harbor Contributions (PPRM contributes up to 3% of your pay to your 401k after 1 year of service)


• Tuition reimbursement program for qualifying degrees and certificates


• A clinical ladder program that supports professional development and skill expansion


• Employee Assistance Program and WorkLife Partnership.


• Paid Family Leave/Paid Parental Leave andMORE!

To learn more about our amazing benefits visit us HERE .

COVID-19 Protocol:Vaccination against COVID-19 will no longer be a condition of employment. However, all Health Center/Patient or Community Facing Employees, must have the COVID vaccine or wear a mask at all times beginning November 1st. Proof must be uploaded upon hire. You will upload a picture or pdf of your vaccination card(s) prior to your start date.

Flu Protocol:All employees working directly with patients, the community or working in a health center will be required to have the flu shot or wear a mask during patient/community contact or while in the health center from November 1 – April 30 each year (Flu Season). Proof must be uploaded upon hire. You will upload a picture or pdf of your vaccination card(s) prior to your start date.

Background Check Required: Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Education

Required

Associates or better in Nursing.

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