Registered Nurse (RN), Day Shift

Edcare; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

5–8 hour shifts, Mon-Fri

Job summary

Edcare in Denver, CO, seeks a Registered Nurse to join its interdisciplinary team. The role involves hands-on nursing care for eating-disorder patients primarily in PHP, with a Monday-Friday schedule and 5–8 hour shifts. Weekend and weeknight differential pay applies as described.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support patient safety, stabilization and recovery. Candidates should be a Colorado-licensed RN, with CPR certification within 90 days, and able to use EMR systems and MS

Qualifications

• Colorado RN license required within 60 days of hire.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Experience caring for patients with eating disorders preferred.
• Experience in a mental/behavioral health setting preferred.
• Good oral and written communication skills preferred.
• Beginner skills in Microsoft Office; able to learn EMR and other software.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients in conjunction with supervising physician.
• Perform daily nursing duties (vital signs, specimen collection, medication observation, weights).
• Order and follow up labs as per protocol; notify staff of results.
• Educate patients and families; provide clinical information clearly and timely.
• Maintain exam room; order supplies and ensure organization.
• Adhere to infection control standards and regulatory requirements.
• Transport patients to and from programming when needed; cover call as scheduled.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Colorado RN license

CPR certification

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

EDCare is a comprehensive eating disorder treatment organization providing compassionate, evidence-based care through a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach. Our team brings together medical providers, nurses, therapists, dietitians, and milieu professionals to support the complex medical and behavioral health needs of our patients.We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This role provides hands-on nursing care while working closely with an interdisciplinary treatment team to support patient safety, stabilization, and recovery, primarily in our PHP level of care. The position offers a five -8 hour shift schedule, M-F, potentially a good fit for nurses looking to shift away from the typical 12 hour shift. This is a great opportunity for an RN interested in developing or expanding experience in eating disorder and behavioral health treatment within a supportive, team-oriented environment.Subject: Position DescriptionJob Title: Registered NurseDepartment: NursingPrograms: PHPSupervisor: Director of NursingFLSA: Non-Exempt, HourlyDate Revised: January 2026Shifts - 5-8 hours shifts, Monday-FridayShift Differentials - $2.50/hour for weekend days, $4.00/hour for weeknd day, $6.00/hour for weekend nights.Summary of Major Functions:Provide nursing care to EDCare patients in conjunction with supervising physician. Complete daily nursing duties associated with eating disordered patients.Duties and Responsibilities:Daily nursing duties, including specimen collection, blood pressure, observation of patients self-administering medication, orders, observing and recording weights, vitals, etc.Order standing labs or labs necessitated by protocol, draw blood if Quest is not on site, record and notify medical staff of findings of relevant diagnostic and laboratory tests; follows up with necessary labs; shares results of labs with medical staff, escalating priority results with appropriate staff.Address patients’ medical concerns and inquiries; listen and communicate by providing clinical information in a clear and timely manner; requesting information and resources needed to provide care.Collaborate on care delivery by including staff, other physicians and management in both service and patient care improvements; treat all members with respect; demonstrate the highest levels of ethical and professional conduct.Provides knowledgeable and thorough nursing coverage in conjunction with other medical staff.Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of appropriate medications. Regularly reconciles prescribed medications for assigned patients and notify medical staff of any concerns.Adheres to Infection Control standards for EDCare. Educates and adheres to regulatory bodies, including but not limited to The Joint Commission, CDC & OSHA regarding monitoring infections in staff and patients.Provides patient education regarding side-effects and efficacy of certain medications.Timely completion and accuracy of clinical paperwork: treatment plan, progress notes, etc.Responsible for maintaining exam room; ordering supplies, maintaining organization, determining supply needs, etc.Adheres to, complies, and demonstrates support for the mission and values of EDCare .Ensure confidentiality of patient information by creating and maintaining a secure and trusting environment.Provide and accept feedback in a respectful manner from all staff.Transport patients to and from programming and on outings when needed, via 15 passenger van.Covers call, as scheduled, with direction of Director of Nursing.Other job duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Colorado within 60 days of hire required.Obtain CPR Certification within 90 days of hire requiredValid Drivers license with no major driving violations in last 5 years required.Experience treating patients with eating disorders preferredExperience in a mental or behavioral health setting preferred.Good oral and written communication skills preferred.Computer Skills:Minimum of beginner skills in Microsoft Office suite.Must be able to efficiently learn and effectively work within an electronic medical records system.Must be able to efficiently learn and effectively work within various software products.Physical Demands and Environment:Sitting frequently, standing occasionally, walking occasionally, talking frequently, hearing frequently, seeing constantly, reaching with arms and hands occasionally, crouching occasionally and using fingers intricately. This position requires lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds rarely.Environmental conditions of this job include but are NOT limited to:99% inside, 99% normal temperature and 99% normal noise as expected in a medical office environment.