Emergency Department Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse
Emergency Department Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect
, friendliness
, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care
.

FT, nights
3/12s

The Registered Nurse works at our main hospital campus, reporting directly to the Emergency Department Director. In this role, you’ll provide professional, compassionate care to patients in a Level IV emergency department. As a rural health facility, our ED sees a wide variety of cases—some routine, some unexpected—offering an opportunity to use strong critical thinking and broad clinical skills while caring for patients and families in our community.

• Triages each patient and determines priority of care based on physical, psychological, and social needs.
• Records patient histories, performs various diagnostic tests, administers medications, and develops patient care plans in conjunction with other medical professionals.
• Assists physicians during examinations and emergency procedures, operating and monitoring medical equipment as necessary.
• Observes patients’ progress, records observations in patient medical record, and updates attending physician directly when necessary.
• The RN assists in the maintenance of health and the prevention or management of illness, injury and disability.
• Performs a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing.
• Active license in the State of Colorado as an RN.
• Must have an American Heart Association BLS card within 3 months of initial employment and maintain current status throughout GRHD employment.
• American Heart Association ACLS, PALS or ENPC and TNCC certifications are required within 6 months of initial employment and must be maintained throughout GRHD employment.
• One year of professional nursing experience in an emergency department setting preferred.

Our total rewards package includes

• Pay Range: $30.50 - $47.36/hour (based on experience)
• Shift Differentials: $2–$4/hour for nights and weekends, and other incentive pay available.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more
• Perks:Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize
exceptional patient-centered care
over financial bottom lines.

Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long‑term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere ofa caring and friendly community
has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.