ED/Obs RN
Lakewood, CO
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / ED Observation

Location

Lakewood, CO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | Onsite | Self-scheduling and block scheduling available

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Medical Surgical / ED Observation unit with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Manage and monitor common diagnoses including abdominal pain, chest pain, fever, cough, dyspnea, headache, injury, and extremity pain
• Administer and monitor common drips including cardiac, antihypertensive, antiarrhythmic, sedation, and analgesia
• Operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment including vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen in coordination with Respiratory Therapy
• Perform and/or assist with lab draws; phlebotomy responsibilities are shared between RNs and phlebotomy staff
• Fulfill weekend and holiday scheduling requirements; floating within the assigned zone may occur based on staffing needs

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of Colorado (or compact eligibility)
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Must live at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible; valid driver's license must be submitted
• Clinicians must be present in state for the full week of orientation, even if initial modules are conducted remotely

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a Medical Surgical, ED Observation, or similar acute care setting
• Familiarity with cardiac monitoring and telemetry
• Experience with respiratory support equipment (vents, CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow)

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-supported acute care environment with in-house security 24/7 and Respiratory Therapy available around the clock
• Flexible scheduling options including self-scheduling and block scheduling to support work-life balance