Inpatient Clinical Resource Nurse

Job Description :

Working with the department manager, the RN Charge Nurse provides leadership and clinical expertise on their respective shift and department. They coordinate unit resources to ensure appropriate staffing levels based on the unique needs of patients on the unit, both clinically and financially. They function as clinical support for staff and are a role model of competency and professionalism.

Exciting New Career Opportunity!

Why Join Platte Valley Hospital?

At Platte Valley Hospital, part of the Intermountain Health system, we’re committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our community. As a Charge Nurse, you’ll play a vital leadership role in ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centered care while mentoring and guiding your team.

As a Charge Nurse, you will :

Perform comprehensive assessments of physical, social, psychological, and developmental status.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to gather and evaluate patient information.

Develop individualized care plans using critical thinking and patient / family input.

Prepare patients for discharge and future care needs through education and referrals.

Lead and coordinate the care team through delegation and collaboration.

Prioritize and organize patient care delivery efficiently.

Evaluate patient outcomes and revise care plans as needed.

Model and promote professional behavior and accountability.

Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Estimate staffing needs and match nurse skill levels to patient requirements.

Manage resources, premium pay, and overtime effectively.

Provide operational and clinical leadership, setting clear expectations.

Resolve conflicts and act as a resource for communication and rounding practices.

Support continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Activate emergency protocols when necessary.

Complete required Charge Nurse training.

Posting Specifics :

Location : Platte Valley Hospital, Colorado

Schedule : Night Shift

Employment Type : Full Time

Key Skills : Assessment

Planning

Implementation

Evaluation

Collaboration

Leadership

Communication

Minimum Qualifications :

Current RN license in the state of practice (compact licenses must be transferred within 60 days).

BLS certification for Healthcare Providers.

Unit-specific certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS) as required.

Clinical experience in assigned area.

Mentoring experience.

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution (or commitment to obtain BSN within 4 years of hire / promotion).

Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of clinical nursing experience.

Ready to make a difference?

Join a team that values your leadership, compassion, and dedication. Apply today to become part of a supportive and innovative healthcare environment at Platte Valley Hospital.

Physical Requirements :

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

Location :

Platte Valley Hospital

Work City : Brighton

Work State : Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$42.00 - $60.96

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here .

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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