What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Nurse position at Eagle County Paramedic Services?
Are you an experienced nurse wanting to make a bigger impact in our community? If yes, please apply for our Community Health Nurse opening at Eagle County Paramedic Services (ECPS). Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, April 2, 2025 - apply now!
Position Overview:
Why choose ECPS? Our service can provide the opportunity to work in a unique practice setting as we are the only home health program in Colorado that holds a Home Health license and a Community Integrated Healthcare Service license within a health service district. Being a health service district allows us to develop creative solutions for our community’s healthcare needs.
The Community Health Nurse will provide compassionate, high-quality care in the comfort of patients’ homes that empowers individuals to live healthier, more active lives in the beautiful outdoors of Eagle County, Colorado. The Community Health Nurse will have the opportunity to develop and implement individualized care plans, provide chronic disease management, work alongside EMS providers to respond to acute health issues in the home setting, teach patients and their families about managing various health conditions and have a lasting impact on improving the quality of life for individuals in our community. One of the greatest aspects of this Community Health Nurse position is the experience of working with a skilled dynamic team of healthcare professionals from ECPS Community Health. With access to the latest and most modern healthcare equipment and resources, we play a pivotal role in providing solutions for each patient’s health journey. Come join our Community Health team at ECPS and enjoy amazing benefits, competitive pay and a great work-life balance as a valued team member and leader in community health.
Our ideal Community Health Nurse will have substantial and specialized experience performing assessments, treatments and collaborative case management of home health services and will be experienced in nursing, with an emphasis on community health education/experience.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Required - Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Preferred - Master's degree in Nursing
- Valid State of Colorado motor vehicle operating license
- Current licensure to practice nursing in Colorado (RN or LPN)
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Minimum two years of experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health or home care nursing is preferred.
- Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal form with caregivers of other disciplines, community agencies, physicians, and patients/families.
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of medical terminology and home health care practices.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage emergency situations.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Hourly rate: $41-$55 (based on experience and qualifications)
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employer HSA contributions.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Generous vacation, sick leave and 13 paid holidays.
- Employee Housing Assistance Program
- Retirement plan: 10% employer contribution (with 6% employee contribution for the first three years)
Salary : $41 - $55
