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Gunnison Valley Health is the sole community-owned health system for Gunnison County and surrounding areas. We are not just a hospital, but a fully integrated health system providing services for all stages of life. We are looking for a Home Health Nurse to join our small and specialized home care health team and provide exceptional care to our patients.
Benefits
Up to $250 in your first year toward your unique Lifestyle Spending Account, matched retirement starting on day 1, and a dependent care matching plan
A culture that values continuing education, backed up by a robust tuition reimbursement plan, and an all-access subscription to LinkedIn Learning and Headspace
Relocation assistance, help with local housing and a 10,000 Sign N Stay bonus
Paid time off benefits with an accrual rate of 10.77% in your first year of employment
Access to mental health, financial health and wellness as well as life coaching with our Employee Assistance Program
Free nutrition consultations, and discounted fitness membership at Western Colorado University Fieldhouse
Deep discounts on food and drink in the cafeteria
No traffic, and a scenic commute to the office
Position Highlights
Monday through Friday - flexible scheduling
Up to 28 days of paid time off per year
The opportunity to work autonomously as part of a highly functioning, knowledgeable team
Responsibilities: Administer skilled nursing care to patients requiring intermittent professional nursing services in accordance with department policies and procedures. Complete initial evaluation visit, regularly re-evaluate the patient’s nursing needs, initiate the plan of care and furnish services. Coordinate services with physicians and other personnel on changes in patient condition; counsel patient and families. Participate in in-service programs, and supervise and teach other nursing personnel.
Education : Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree and a current RN license from the state of Colorado.
Experience : Must have a minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or other comparable institution. Wound care experience is a plus.
Licenses/Certification : Licensed RN in the State of Colorado. Valid Driver’s License, current automobile insurance, reliable transportation, and current CPR certification.
Compensation
Compensation: $33.00 - $45.04/hour DOE. In addition to the base salary, Nurses have the opportunity to increase their compensation through participation in our Clinical Ladder Program. This program recognizes and rewards engagement in organizational initiatives, professional development, leadership activities, and contributions to quality and patient safety efforts. Advancement on the Clinical Ladder is an opportunity to grow both professionally and financially.
Physical Requirements
Occasionally (0-33%) - Walking, sitting, bending, crouching, stooping, Kneeling, stairs, lifting/lowering (0-50 lbs), carrying (0-50 lbs), pushing/pulling (0-50 lbs)
Frequently (34–66%) - Standing, changing position, reaching, reach across midline, handling, pinching
Continuously (37-100%) - See with corrective eyewear, hear clearly with assistance
Shift - 8 hour
Schedule - Days
Status - FT
There is no deadline to apply for this position; we are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a finalist is selected.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Gunnison Valley Health provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits Eligibility
Medical, dental, vision, health care FSA, dependent care FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Account: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period in a Full Time or Part Time position are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire. Full Time staff are automatically enrolled in 401A plan as of date of hire. Life and AD&D insurance: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date. Short-term and long-term disability: All active employees working 60 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date.