RN Charge Nurse, Denver CARES - NIGHT

We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

• Operations Management. Oversee department/unit for assigned shift employing clinical and managerial skills to care for patients while also providing guidance and leadership to other nurses who are working with patients including but not limited to preparing daily staffing assignments, mentoring staff, evaluating performance, facilitating patient flow, admissions, and discharges. (40%)
• Patient Assessment. Assess the needs of individuals, families and/or communities to identify potential health or safety problems, Instruct individuals and families on health education and disease prevention and after care. (20%)
• Treatment and Evaluation. Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity, develop and modify patient care plans as indicated by patient's responses and conditions. Prepare patients for, and assist with examinations and treatments. (20%)
• Medication administration, documentation and reassessment. (10%)
• Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patient's condition and vital signs. (10%)

• Associate's Degree Completion of a nursing education program that satisfies the licensing requirements of the Colorado State Board of Nursing for Registered Nurses. BSN preferred.

• 1-3 years Two years of professional nursing experience. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
  
• 1-3 years Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder experience preferred

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
• RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required

• Knowledge of techniques, methods, and competencies of clinical nursing practices.
• Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient care environment.
• Knowledge of standards, policies, and procedures of Denver Health as they to pertain to nursing.
• Skill to properly use medical instruments and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
• Ability to contribute to the development of nursing staff by identifying learning needs and assisting with those needs.
• Ability to ensure continuity of patient care by planning staff assignments, providing direct patient care and evaluating patient outcomes.
• Ability to apply nursing principles, practices, and techniques.
• Ability to assess patients' needs and to coordinate proper nursing care.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Ability to immediately and independently address issues/problems as they occur with patients, staff, and visitors and to escalate appropriately.
• Ability to use computers and computer systems.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

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Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays

• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks

• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%

• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.

• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.