Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Since 1970, Salud has been committed to providing a Medical Home to patients, where medical, dental, behavioral health services, and clinical pharmacists work together and coordinate efforts in a team-based system of care. We strive to improve the quality of our patient's lives who would otherwise have limited access to health care. We serve all individuals regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay.

Endoscopy RN - PRN

The PRN Endoscopy RN will perform the duties necessary to coordinate the care of the patients undergoing special procedures such as colonoscopy,

esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), or Cardiac Stress Testing as part of the Endoscopy Program at Salud Family Health Centers. Competencies include pre and post-procedural care of the endoscopy patient, patient teaching, and advocacy. The Endoscopy RN approaches his/her tasks in a team-based fashion that supports patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change.

Supervision Received:

Works under the clinical supervision of the Site Proceduralist and The Special Procedures Program Manager.

We offer:

• Starting wage range is $31.39 - $36.10 per hour
• PRN - Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:30 am - 4:30 pm - As needed 

Our Mission is to provide a quality, integrated healthcare home to the communities we serve

About our Clinic:

Our medical practice is quite lively. We treat our patients with the utmost respect and concern for their physical, emotional, and mental well-being while instilling a fun and vibrant atmosphere bringing smiles to all who enter our doors. A positive attitude toward modern medicine brings joy to the healing journey.

Experience:

• At least one year of experience working as a nurse in a primary care setting, endoscopy suite, or hospital setting is required
• At least one year of experience delegating tasks and supervising other staff members is preferred
• Experience with patient navigation in a cancer screening program is preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred

Licensure/Certification:

• A current unrestricted Colorado Nursing license is required
• BLS & ACLS certifications are required prior to the start date
• On-going licensure and certification requirements:
• Maintain Licensure as a Professional Registered Nurse in Colorado, unrestricted license
• Maintain Salud Credentials and Privileges, including moderate sedation
• Maintain current BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications

Availability:

• To maintain active PRN status, the employee must work one shift every 4 months.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High level of critical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish preferred
• Ability to establish effective, trusting working relationships with patients to improve coordination of patient care and reduce barriers.
• Must work well with the other patient care team members.
• Sensitivity to low-income and ethnic minority communities is a must.
• Ability to build professional relationships with the healthcare team to facilitate and coordinate patient care
• This person should have a creative way of solving problems to address patient’s barriers, and the ability to flourish independently as well as in a team environment
• Excellent organizational, tracking, and documentation skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills in Word and Excel programs, ability to use electronic health record systems

The application window is anticipated to close by 11/30/24

Salud Family Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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