Job Title
Registered Nurse - Critical Access Hospital (Med-Surg/LTC)
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse for a 13-week contract assignment at a Critical Access Hospital in Meeker, Colorado. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive nursing care across diverse patient populations, including adult, pediatric, orthopedic, and long-term care patients.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating strong clinical skills and the ability to manage a patient ratio of 1:5. This position is crucial for maintaining high standards of patient care within a community-focused healthcare setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for Med-Surg (adult, pediatric, orthopedic) and Long Term Care patients.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accurate documentation and patient safety.
- Monitor patient conditions, interpret vital signs, and report changes to the medical team promptly.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, other nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care strategies.
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment, adhering to all hospital policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in Long Term Care patient care.
- COVID-19 vaccination required per State mandate.
Preferred Qualifications
Not specified.
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in clinical assessment and critical thinking.
- Competence in medication administration and IV therapy.
- Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to adapt to varying patient acuities and departmental needs.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: AM
- Shift Duration: 12 hours
- Days per Week: 3
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: September 1, 2026
- Holiday Requirements: Must work holidays; no holiday requests off will be approved.
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
Licensing Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.