Registered Nurse - Ambulatory/Primary Care

RN Ambulatory/Primary Care

Experience the Heartland Charm of Eastern Colorado The Community Eastern Colorado Colorado is known for its towering mountains adorned with wildflowers, waterfalls, and endless hiking trails; however, some of its best kept secrets lie on the eastern half of the state. This adventure will take you to the furthest reaches of Colorado's beautiful prairie and up into the pristine foothills of the Wet Mountains - all places seldom visited and teeming with intrigue. Take a closer look at what can be experienced in Eastern Colorado here!

About the Facility Eastern Colorado Veterans Healthcare System The Eastern Colorado Veterans Healthcare System (ECHCS) provides comprehensive healthcare services to veterans across a wide region, including Aurora, Denver, Lakewood, Golden, La Junta, Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, Pueblo, Salida, Lamar, and Burlington. ECHCS offers a range of medical services such as primary care, specialty care, mental health services, surgical procedures, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Veterans can access advanced diagnostic services, dental care, pharmacy services, and telehealth options, ensuring high-quality, accessible healthcare tailored to their needs. The system is dedicated to delivering compassionate and professional care to enhance the health and well-being of veterans in these communities.

Responsibilities

• The RN Ambulatory/Primary Care provides patient education.
• Carry out physician orders; administer medications, oxygen, and a variety of treatments.
• Manage therapeutic devices such as respiratory and electrocardiograph machines and other medical equipment and supplies.
• Measure and assess vital signs, height, weight, and neurological status, visual acuity, and hearing.
• Screen patients for alcohol dependence, depression, etc.
• Collaborate and coordinate patient care with other healthcare providers.
• Assign and direct the patient care provided by ancillary nursing staff.
• The RN Ambulatory/Primary Care performs quality control for capillary blood glucose monitoring checks, fridge temperature checks, etc.
• Collect or assist in the collection of lab specimens where applicable.
• Recognize life-threatening emergencies and initiate and maintain resuscitation measures and other emergency procedures as appropriate to the situation.
• Recognize adverse reactions to medications, treatments, and procedures and initiate interventions as appropriate to the situation.
• The RN Ambulatory/Primary Care answers and screens telephone calls, takes off and initiates medical orders.

Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years' experience as a registered nurse.
• Education: An ASN degree from an Accredited Nursing School Program, Bachelor of Science (BSN) degree is preferred.
• Licensure: Must have an active, unrestricted, and free of disciplinary action license as a nurse in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Territory of the United States.
• Certification: Must have a current certification in Basic Life Support.

KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.