Registered Nurse (RN) - Vascular Access

AdventHealth; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Littleton, CO is seeking a Registered Nurse for a PRN, day-shift role. The position focuses on comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, medication administration, and patient education within a collaborative team.

You will document care activities, monitor outcomes, and ensure safety and infection-control compliance while supporting continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified RN with active license in good standing.
• Associate degree required; BSN preferred.
• 1+ acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Basic life support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments across physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors.
• Develop and revise individualized care plans based on standards of care.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments and self-care.
• Collaborate with the medical team to coordinate care and improve outcomes.
• Document patient information and care activities accurately in the medical record.
• Monitor and evaluate care effectiveness, adjusting plans as needed.
• Ensure infection control and patient safety compliance.
• Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and families.
• Supervise and delegate nursing tasks within the care team.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and performance improvement.

Skills

Nursing care methods

Team player

Effective communication

English fluency

EHR computer skills

Education

Associate's of Nursing

Bachelor's of Nursing

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule:

PRN

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

7700 S BROADWAY

City:

LITTLETON

State:

Colorado

Postal Code:

80122

Job Description:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors of patients.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care, regularly evaluating and revising these plans as necessary.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely, following physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and compliance.
• Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and interventions continuously, making necessary adjustments to improve patient health and achieve positive outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
• Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and their families, addressing their emotional and psychological needs.
• Supervise and delegate care provided by members of the healthcare team to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Engage in continuous professional development and participate in performance improvement activities to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Respond to code situations promptly and effectively, providing necessary interventions to stabilize patients.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Ability to work as a Team player within a unit
• Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills
• EKG (based on patient ; see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements)
• Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)
• Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs
• Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 1+ acute care hospital setting [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) [Preferred]
• Neonatal Med Certification (NEONATAL MED) [Preferred]
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) [Preferred]
• Pediatric ER Assess, Recog & Stabilization (PEARS) [Preferred]
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer w/ OB/GYN Spec (RDMS-OBGYN) [Preferred]
• NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program [Preferred]
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification [Preferred]
• Trauma Nurse Course Certified (TNCC)[Preferred]
• Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) [Preferred]
• Critical Care Registered Nurse - Tele-ICU (CCRN-E) [Preferred]
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) [Preferred]
• Oncology Nurse Society (ONS) [Preferred]
• American Board of Pediatrics (ABP)[Preferred]
• Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN)[Preferred]
• Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC)[Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements)

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$34.60 - $59.83

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.