Registered Nurse - Plastic Surgery and Nephrology

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high quality support to physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs) in meeting the operational needs of the practice and the medical needs of the patient.  The RN assesses and evaluates patient conditions, and then plans, implements, provides, and documents patient care in a manner that follows professional nursing standards and outlined practices.  PRN through Full Time is available based off the needs of the clinic

Key Responsibilities:

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms and readies them for physicians
• Performs telephone triage, patient education, handling of physician phone calls, and pharmacy calls
• Takes vital signs, records medical history/symptoms, and ensures medical chart/lab test results are available and complete
• Administers immunizations and minor treatments as prescribed
• Respond to patient questions and concerns as a liaison between physician and patient
• Reports all test results to the patient as directed by the physician

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Highlands Ranch, CO.  

  Why Join Us:

Community Practice Medicine, housed within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado, is seeking trained medical professionals to join our growing team. With clinics spanning from Longmont to Castle Rock, we offer a wide variety of opportunities. Specialty areas include, but are not limited to; Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Urology, Psychiatry, and many more! 

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• 1-2 years of Nursing experience

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• 2+ years of job-related/clinic experience
• Bilingual, Spanish-speaking
• Nursing certification (ANCC) in specialty area
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Epic, Kronos, and HealthStream experience 

Conditions of Employment: 

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross healthcare provider level CPR certification.
• Registered Nurse (RN), State of Colorado
• Maintains all required licensure and certifications for the position.
• Maintains all required continuing education requirements.
• Must be able to work in-person.
• Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, to include physicians, leadership, and staff within the various affiliate organizations (UCH, Children’s Colorado, CU Medicine, CU SOM)
• Ability to work within large, complex healthcare systems.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to compile complex reports and develop presentations.
• Ability to compose letters and memorandums.
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations.
• Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks.
• Ability to lead work teams.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to negotiate, persuade and establish direction.
• Ability to organize workflow.
• Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures and word processing.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and develop multiple projects.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.     A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position (only use if a cover letter is necessary)

2.     Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.     Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Allison Boerner, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. 

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary rate (or hiring rate ) for this position has been established as $70,067.

The above salary rate (or hiring rate ) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is eligible for overtime compensation and will be prorated based off FTE.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .