Registered Nurse (RN or LPN)

Castle Rock Medical Center is looking for an as-needed RN (will also consider an LPN) to join the team.

Summary of Job:

Works in close harmony with physicians, PAs, receptionists, laboratory and x-ray technicians. Carries out physicians’ orders while exhibiting initiative and sound judgment in the absence of specific physicians’ orders. Must be able to anticipate physicians’ needs and maintain a steady and timely flow of patients, assuring that those presenting with emergent problems are seen first.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs general nursing and clerical duties which include: 
• Ushers’ patient to proper exam room.
• Takes and records patient history in electronic health record.
• Assesses and records vital signs, height, and weight in electronic health record.
• Observes, records and reports information, signs, and symptoms pertinent to patient’s condition and patient care.
• Maintains accurate record of all injections, and other medications i.e., oral, and topical administered and distributed.
• Prepares patient for exam and procedures as ordered by physician.
• Performs/assists in procedures with physician as ordered.
• Assists with exam as directed by physician.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for necessary procedures.
• Maintains adequate stock in exam/treatment rooms.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms between patients.
• Always maintains sanitary conditions in the department.
• Responsible for cleaning and sterilizing instruments and equipment used.
• Maintains accurate, timely and complete documentation of patient files.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Calls back normal lab results to patient.
• Calls in prescriptions to pharmacy as delegated by provider.
• Set up referrals to other agencies.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and has strong knowledge of HIPAA.
• Performs other related duties as necessary. 
• Fills out necessary requisitions for referrals to other departments.
• Assists in other departments as may be appropriate.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of electronic health record systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with physicians and District employees is essential.
• Certification/Education Requirements:
  • RN: Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred. An associate degree with acceptable experience in either ambulatory care or tertiary care setting may be substituted. A valid nursing license is required.
  • LPN: Completion of a formal education program for licensed practical nurses. A valid LPN license is required.

Wage & Benefits:

• No Weekends.
• Generous 401(k) & 401(k) Matching.
• Paid Time Off.
• Wage Scale:
  • RN: Pay scale starts at $32.18/hour and up depending on experience.
  • LPN: Pay scale starts at $22.07/hour and up depending on experience.

Salary : $22 - $32