What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Colorado Springs position at Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains?
About Us: Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity, inclusion, respect, integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We are committed to creating a welcoming space for all people on our staff, in our health centers, and in our community. We do this by tending to the team, respecting and honoring all people, jumping in, trying and learning, caring for our business, and returning to our mission.
Abortion Care: At PPRM, we all work in abortion care. This role supports abortion care through direct clinical triage, patient education, and follow-up, ensuring timely and empathetic support to those navigating abortion services.
Snapshot: As the Registered Nurse you will spend your name in the health center working with the health care team to deliver exceptional patient care in procedural abortions. You will work with a sensitive and vulnerable patient population and be exposed to patients who have experienced trauma.
Union: This role is represented by SEIU, Local 105 and is governed by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement.
In order to be fully considered for this role you will be required to complete a Pre-Hire RN Skills Self-Assessment along with this application.
Our Ideal Candidate
Monday - Wednesday: 10:30am - 3:30pm
COVID-19 Protocol: Vaccination against COVID-19 will no longer be a condition of employment. However, all Health Center/Patient or Community Facing Employees, must have the COVID vaccine or wear a mask at all times beginning November 1st. Proof must be uploaded upon hire. You will upload a picture or pdf of your vaccination card(s) prior to your start date.
Flu Protocol: All employees working directly with patients, the community or working in a health center will be required to have the flu shot or wear a mask during patient/community contact or while in the health center from November 1 – April 30 each year (Flu Season). Proof must be uploaded upon hire. You will upload a picture or pdf of your vaccination card(s) prior to your start date.
Background Check Required: Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Abortion Care: At PPRM, we all work in abortion care. This role supports abortion care through direct clinical triage, patient education, and follow-up, ensuring timely and empathetic support to those navigating abortion services.
Snapshot: As the Registered Nurse you will spend your name in the health center working with the health care team to deliver exceptional patient care in procedural abortions. You will work with a sensitive and vulnerable patient population and be exposed to patients who have experienced trauma.
Union: This role is represented by SEIU, Local 105 and is governed by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement.
In order to be fully considered for this role you will be required to complete a Pre-Hire RN Skills Self-Assessment along with this application.
Our Ideal Candidate
- You have 1 year of nursing experience with conscious sedation experience, ultrasound experience, and/or experience assisting in abortion procedures.
- You are prepared to jump in to provide abortion care and lend your skills to support PPRM patients at this important time in history.
- You enjoy working on a team and have great communication skills with both patients and colleagues.
- You are a registered nurse with a state license, BLS, and ACLS certified.
- You are also experienced with IV therapy or are IV Certified.
- Please note that if offered the position you must submit proof of an active ACLS at least 9 calendar days prior to your start date.
- Assist physician with abortion procedures.
- Perform laboratory testing.
- Assist with emergency care.
- Screen client’s medical history.
- Provide basic information and education to clients on the procedure, aftercare and birth control.
- Document all client encounters completely, clearly, and in a timely manner.
- Initiate IV access.
- Examine, identify, and properly dispose of products of conception.
- Monitor clients receiving IV sedation.
- Monitor clients post operatively.
- Maintain the integrity of emergency equipment.
- Assist with front desk duties as needed.
- Act as a resource for non-medical staff.
- Administer and account for controlled medications.
- Assist with compliance of OSHA, CLIA, and Board of Pharmacy regulations.
- Assist with routine health center upkeep.
- Demonstrates excellent customer service to both internal and external customers by working towards a positive outcome with any problems encountered.
- Additional responsibilities as delegated by the center manager to ensure the functioning of the health center.
- Participates in abortion services (participation can include referrals, information, education, counseling, performing, scheduling, etc.)
- RNs with at least one year of prior sedation experience, ultrasound experience, and/or experience assisting in abortion procedures.
Monday - Wednesday: 10:30am - 3:30pm
COVID-19 Protocol: Vaccination against COVID-19 will no longer be a condition of employment. However, all Health Center/Patient or Community Facing Employees, must have the COVID vaccine or wear a mask at all times beginning November 1st. Proof must be uploaded upon hire. You will upload a picture or pdf of your vaccination card(s) prior to your start date.
Flu Protocol: All employees working directly with patients, the community or working in a health center will be required to have the flu shot or wear a mask during patient/community contact or while in the health center from November 1 – April 30 each year (Flu Season). Proof must be uploaded upon hire. You will upload a picture or pdf of your vaccination card(s) prior to your start date.
Background Check Required: Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Salary : $32 - $39