Travel Registered Nurse (TRN)

Planned Parenthood; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,348 - 72,999; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Supportive work environment

Diversity and inclusion focus

Job summary

A health care provider in Denver seeks a Travel Registered Nurse to support abortion care. The role involves travel to health centers in Colorado and New Mexico, providing patient education and monitoring. Candidates should have an Associate's degree in nursing, be licensed, and hold BLS and ACLS certifications. This full-time position offers a competitive salary with a range for new graduates to experienced RNs. Ideal for those passionate about patient care and adaptable to dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a registered nurse in applicable states.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.
• Experience with abortion care or conscious sedation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travel to various health centers for abortion care.
• Educate patients about procedures and aftercare.
• Monitor patients during conscious sedation.

Skills

IV therapy

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Adaptability

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Clinical tools and equipment

Job description

Position : Travel Registered Nurse (TRN)

On-Site : 100%

Full Position 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.

Schedule : Full-Time; ~37.5 hours / week; Benefits-Eligible; Non-Exempt

Travel Details : Preferred Location : Candidates who reside within a 45-mile radius of the Denver Metro area are preferred.

Travel Requirements : This is a travel nursing position that requires regular travel to any of our procedural health centers, located Colorado and New Mexico.

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. Learn More

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.

Snapshot : As the Registered Nurse you will spend your time in the health center working with the health care team to deliver exceptional patient care in procedural abortions. You will work with a sensitive and vulnerable patient population and be exposed to patients who have experienced trauma.

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

• Associate's degree in nursing required.
• Licensed as a registered nurse by the state board of nursing in all applicable states.
• BLS certified or must obtain within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS 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.
• Previous experience with IV therapy, intramuscular injections, venipuncture, patient assessment, medication administration, emergency management, and consultation with advanced practice providers.
• Previous experience with abortion care and / or conscious sedation, recovery / post anesthesia care, ambulatory surgery / operating room, labor and delivery, gynecological procedural care, ultrasound in early pregnancy, telephone triage.
• Previous experience with maintaining regulatory compliance required.
• Ability to be adaptable and function well in an ever-changing environment.
• Ability to navigate electronic documentation expectations.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent prioritization and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.

Primary Areas of Responsibility / Essential Functions

• Willingness and ability to travel to any / all PPRM abortion providing health centers to assist in abortion care. The primary locations include, but are not limited to : Denver, CO; Fort Collins, CO; CO Springs, CO; Durango, CO; Albuquerque, NM.
• Learn basic ultrasound technique for dating purposes per Planned Parenthood policy and procedure with approval and oversight from Clinical Quality Management (QM).
• Educate patients about pregnancy and abortion options, procedures, and aftercare, and care for and educate patients experiencing early pregnancy complications.
• Educate patients about birth control options.
• Screen patient’s medical history and identify information that may impact care.
• Provide proper informed consent sessions prior to procedure.
• Perform laboratory testing.
• Initiate peripheral IV access.
• Accurately administer, document, and account for all ordered and indicated medications.
• Assist provider with procedural abortions.
• Monitor and assess patients during conscious sedation.
• Document all patient encounters clearly, accurately, completely, and efficiently.
• Examine, identify, and properly dispose of products of conception (POC).
• Monitor patients post procedure and post sedation.
• Participate in the preparation, utilization, cleaning, processing, and sterilizing of all clinical tools and equipment.
• Provide case management and follow up for patients.
• Identify events that qualify for an incident reporting and notify management when encountered.
• Adhere to the compliance of OSHA, CLIA, and Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Assist with emergency care.
• Maintain the integrity of emergency equipment.
• Assist with health center administrative duties as needed.
• Demonstrate exemplary customer service that respects and honors all people.
• Proactively seek a positive outcome with any problems encountered.
• Other health center duties as assigned.

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.