Nursing Jobs in Westminster, CO

Immunization Nurse Coordinator

apartment Adams County location_onWestminster, CO

$81,087 - $93,250 / YEAR

The Adams County Health Department Nursing Division is comprised of Nurse Family Partnership, Nurse Support Program, Harm Reduction, Sexual Health, Immunizations, Child Maltreatment and Fatality Prevention, and Care Coordinator for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs. The Nursing Division is made up of clinical support staff, medical assistants, harm reduction specialists, operations support, nurses, advanced practice nurses, and midwives. As a public health professional, your work is to prevent illness, promote well-being, and safeguard the health of communities. ACHD Nursing Division staff work diligently to be proactive, responsive, and adaptable in a landscape of ongoing and emerging challenges. Nursing care occurs anywhere the community lives, focusing on accessibility, community engagement, and building trust. The Public Health Nurse (PHN) Coordinator - Immunizations provides leadership for Adams County Health Department’s Immunization Program through oversight of the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program, vaccine inventory management, storage and handling, and nursing practices. The position serves as the primary nurse trainer and program specialist, ensuring staff are equipped to deliver safe, evidence-based, and culturally responsive immunization services. Responsibilities include developing and reviewing program procedures, supporting program operations, and maintaining compliance with CDC, CDPHE, and agency guidelines. The Coordinator also delivers direct patient care in clinics, during home visits, and at community outreach events. In addition to clinical duties, the PHN Coordinator supports program planning, evaluation, and quality improvement efforts while building and sustaining community partnerships. This includes working with schools, health systems, community organizations, and public agencies to improve access to immunizations, reduce barriers to care, and increase vaccine uptake, especially among marginalized populations. The role serves as a public health resource and community expert on immunization best practices, contributing to the prevention of vaccine-preventable diseases and the promotion of population health across Adams County. This position requires evening, weekend, and occasional on-call duties. Direct Patient Care Provide safe, evidence-based, and culturally responsive direct patient care, including immunization record screening, client education, and vaccine administration for all age groups in clinics and community settings. Maintain current knowledge of vaccine recommendations, storage, handling, safety, and administration practices in compliance with CDC, CDPHE, and agency guidelines. Document care accurately and timely in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and ensure adherence to clinical protocols, cold chain management, and safety standards. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to coordinate care, provide referrals, and link clients to available health services. Participate in epidemiological investigations and public health response activities related to infectious diseases and vaccine-preventable illnesses. Program & Community Leadership Oversees the management of the VFC program acting as the primary VFC coordinator. Oversees vaccine inventory management including but not limited to ordering, receiving, return of vaccine and ensuring cold chain management. The Immunization Public Health Nurse Coordinator attains knowledge and stays up to date, maintains clinical competence that reflects current nursing practice. Support program planning, evaluation, and quality improvement efforts, including tracking outcomes, conducting needs assessments, and aligning work with public health accreditation standards. Provide leadership within the immunization program by mentoring team members, supervising staff when assigned, and fostering a culture of learning and collaboration. Plans, develops, manages, and implements public health nursing programs for communities, families, and individuals; and performs related work as required. Training Develops and oversees robust staff development, including orientation, competencies, and training and professional development opportunities to maximize program delivery. Assists in the orientation and training of new employees, students, and volunteers. Participates and ensures implementation of quality improvement projects. Assures staff compliance with ACHD and program directives, procedures, and guidelines. Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Colorado; BSN preferred. Strong foundation in nursing practice, including patient assessment, treatment, immunization administration, and documentation. Knowledge of public health principles, including population health, epidemiology, and social determinants of health. Demonstrated ability to apply health equity principles and cultural humility when working with diverse communities. Experience collaborating with community-based organizations, schools, government agencies, and health systems. Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages to varied audiences and settings. Skilled in patient and community education, including the ability to explain complex medical information in clear, accessible language. Ability to exercise tact, discretion, sound judgment, and problem-solving in clinical and community settings. Proficiency in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) and maintaining accurate, timely documentation. Experience coordinating or participating in outreach, community events, or school-based health initiatives. Ability to analyze data, track program outcomes, and contribute to quality improvement and evaluation efforts. Commitment to community health, with adaptability, resilience, and the ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts. Commitment to Equity: Integrates Health Equity into all areas of work. Creates and maintains partnerships and processes that support and integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of Adams County Health Department work. Prioritizes transparency and supports a no wrong door culture. Emergency Preparedness and Response Duties: Completes trainings identified as appropriate for this level employee. Employee responds, as required, to support public health emergencies, incidents, and events. Employee participates in all exercises and drills. This may require evening, weekend, and occasional on-call duties including but not limited to work outside of your normal duties. Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) Statement : Maintain sensitive & confidential client information according to the HIPAA policy confidentiality requirements. Equipment Used: Demonstrated proficiency in using personal protective equipment (PPE). Computer use including internet, email, Microsoft Office Suite. Audio-visual and other teaching equipment. Healthcare equipment. Must be able to learn and become proficient with equipment and software programs as required to perform assigned duties effectively and efficiently. To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application. Cover Letter Resume/CV Experience: 8 years’ related experience in nursing, community outreach, epidemiology, or a closely related field, with 2 years’ experience in leadership which may include informal leadership roles, team coordination, and/or project leadership A BSN is preferred may substitute for 2 years’ required experience, excepting formal and/or informal leadership experience. Education and Training: Requires and associate’s degree in nursing from a school accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission or the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. A bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) is preferred. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in public health nursing or related community or clinical work is preferred. Experience with Vaccines for Children and 317 programs is preferred. Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply and may be eligible for additional compensation through the Language Pay Program. Eligibility requires passing a speaking and listening assessment, and compensation is based on use of the language in the role. License and Certificates: Licensed to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Colorado or a Compact State. Possession of current BLS certification. Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license and reliable transportation. Other Qualifications: Flexibility in work hours may be required to accommodate community events, meetings, and outreach activities. Travel within the community and participation in evening, weekend, and on-call duties may be required. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Based upon work environment spending time sitting, standing, and/or walking. Utilize appropriate ergonomics. Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls, or pushes up to 20 lbs. Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs. Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties. Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions. Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment. Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.

RN

Part-time

In-Home Services RN

apartment InnovAge location_onThornton, CO

The In-Home Services RN (Registered Nurse) provides skilled nursing care in accordance with InnovAge policies and all applicable regulations to participants and performs related administrative tasks for InnovAge. Physical attendance at an InnovAge facility and/or an InnovAge participant home is essential to performing the job duties. Triages participant and staff phone calls to s to determine priority of care and routes accordingly. Schedules outside appointments for participants when necessary. Assists in the examination, testing and treatment of participants. Completes certification/recertification orders and discharge summaries Implements orders written by primary care physician(s). Instructs participants and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Schedules specialist and other appointments for participants and assists in hospital admissions. Performs general nursing care on participants including administering prescribed medications and treatments. Documents all necessary information and maintains participant medical record(s) and fulfills agency charting and reporting requirements. Administers medications, provides training in self-administration of all non-scheduled medications and monitors medication compliance. Provides health counseling to participants and their families on an individual or group basis. Assists in the examination, assessment, evaluation testing and treatment of participants. Observes, records, and reports participant’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians Perform nursing care to clients in their place of residence. Assess and re-assess participants to determine individual needs and to ensure the least restrictive environment. Assesses participants to determine change in condition that necessitates a change in level of care and coordinates the plan of care with Home Care resources. Furnishes those services requiring substantial specialized nursing skill. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Prepares clinical and progress notes for each client visit and summaries of care conferences for clients in a timely manner as per Agency policy. Conducts client care conferences on clients assigned to his/her care. Participates in peer review and quality management as assigned. Participates in utilization review of medical records as assigned. Processes orders and notifies physicians of client needs and changes in condition. Completes certification/recertification orders and discharge summaries. Determines the amount and type of nursing needed by each individual client. Ensure that quality care is delivered by home care team to site participants via periodic participant/caregiver inquiry, intermittent review of care plan, and trending of data from various reports/supervisory visits in collaboration with the Home Care Manager. Refers to Physical Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist and Medical Social Worker for those clients requiring their specialized skills. Supervises the LPN every 30-days and supervises the HHA/CNA every 14-days (or per regulatory requirements) and teaches other nursing personnel. Additional work functions and duties may be assigned REQUIRED Associate’s degree in nursing Current State issued Registered Nurses License Current First Aid and BLS certifications are required prior to hire . Acceptable vendors for certifications are from either American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross. Require personal transportation, current state issued driver’s license, good driving record and auto insurance as required by law. 1+ year working with the frail or elderly PREFERRED Bachelor’s degree in nursing Certification as a Gerontological Nurse 3 years of health care experience with emphasis in geriatrics Bi-lingual-Spanish, Russian, Punjabi or Hmong is a plus InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge, you'll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model. InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits. Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. Applicants are considered until the position is filled. $41.73-$54.28

CMA

Per Diem

Medical Assistant

apartment ArchWell Health location_onDenver, CO

Medical Assistant, Center Float ArchWell Health is a new, innovative healthcare provider devoted to improving the lives of our senior members. We deliver best-in-class care at comfortable, accessible neighborhood clinics where seniors can feel at home and become part of a vibrant, wellness-focused community. Our members experience greater continuity of care, as well as the comfort of knowing they will be treated with respect by people who genuinely care about them, their families, and their communities. Job Summary Core to the ArchWell Health approach is to have a robust clinical care team focused on the needs of our members. Care teams are responsible for delivering excellent and compassionate primary care and coordinating the care of our members with the broader healthcare delivery system. The Medical Assistant – Internal Float (MA-Float) is a critical role to flexibly support our members and their families from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave the centers. The MA-Float may be asked to serve in front office or direct patient care activities, depending on center and member needs. This role supports the PCP day-to-day and ensure efficiency in the care provided to patients. MAs work closely and collaboratively with their teammates to greet, schedule, and room ArchWell Health members. S/he will be expected to assist in assessing patient’s health conditions, including performing routine diagnostic testing during appointments. The MA-Float may be asked to provide coverage outside of their primary center. Duties/Responsibilities Welcome members upon arrival and help them feel safe and at home, navigating through a seamless and clear check-in process Schedule appointments and coordinate referrals for a multi-disciplinary care team Update member information in the electronic medical records system Request medical records and upload documentation to electronic medical records system Conduct intake with patients, measuring and recording vital signs, patient interview, and medical history; perform examinations and routine screenings, ensuring patients are informed and all questions and concerns are addressed for each procedure Critically listen and engage with patients throughout appointment, ensuring needs and/or changing in patient conditions are reported to PCP, specialists, and/or other clinical personnel Perform all tasks with a hyper focus on patient experience, including answering of incoming calls and processing of patient phone messages, including returning calls; routing calls to other team members as appropriate; and calling patients to obtain and relay pertinent information for the physician Change dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures and other first aid procedures; use CPR skills when necessary, all under physician supervision Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and conduct accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times Assist with center events, as needed Required Skills/Abilities Must possess a high degree of emotional intelligence and integrity, driven and focused work ethic Self-starter with the ability to think creatively and work effectively Ability to work effectively with various seniorities and diverse populations including staff, providers, members, family members, insurance carriers, vendors and market leadership Strong communicator that is customer-oriented Excellent critical reasoning, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to analyze situations, determine risks, and find solutions to prevent future issues and resolve recurring defects Experience with claims/quality reports and analytical software packages Proficient PC Skills, including Microsoft Office Suite Ability to maintain professionalism and flexibility in a changing work environment Fluency in - languages spoken by our people in the communities we serve (where necessary) Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent education (GED) required Graduation from a nationally accredited Medical Assistant program OR comparable healthcare vocational training (i.e., foreign-trained physician, paramedic, etc.) required A minimum of 1 year work experience as a Medical Assistant preferred, but not required 6+ months phlebotomy experience is highly desired BLS for Healthcare Providers required EClinicalWorks or similar EMR experience Experience working with geriatric patients is a plus Embodies and serves as a role model of ArchWell Health’s Values Be compassionate Strive for excellence Earn trust Show respect Stay resilient Always do the right thing ArchWell Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.