Nursing Jobs in Westminster, CO
$130,499.55 - $195,749.31 / year
Job Overview The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) provides expert Family-Centered Care across the wellness-illness continuum, providing primary, acute, chronic and critical care to infants and toddlers up to age 2 years. In collaboration with other health care providers the NNP will provide initial, ongoing and comprehensive care, including taking complete histories; providing physical examinations and diagnosing, treating and managing patients with acute and chronic illnesses and diseases. This includes ordering, performing, supervising, and interpreting laboratory and imaging studies; prescribing medication and durable medical equipment; and making appropriate referrals for patients and families. In addition, NNP care also includes health promotion, disease prevention, health education, and counseling. The NNP will function as a leader within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care. Identifies and demonstrates incorporation of best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values for delivery of optimal health care at the unit or organization level. Location CommonSpirit Longmont United NICU + rotation to Children's Hospital Colorado Level III or higher NICUs Position Status Multiple FTEs available Shift On Call Model; 15 24-hour shifts in a six-week block for a 1.0 FTE Salary Information Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $130,499.55 to $195,749.32 Eligible Incentives This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $20,000 for qualified external applicants Relocation assistance available if relocating from 100 miles or greater. Duties & Responsibilities Family-Centered Care: Consistently integrates age specific age specific and culturally diverse concepts into patient care, taking into consideration both the patient’s chronological age and developmental functioning. Advocates for the neonatal patient/family/caregiver Promotes self-management & family centered care Derives outcomes & plans of care that involve the patient/family/caregiver when possible & are realistic to the patient/family/caregiver capabilities & resources Provides patient/family/caregiver with diagnostic & laboratory results as well as actual/potential benefits, limitations, & adverse effects of proposed therapies. Teamwork & Collaboration: Provides leadership in care management to achieve optimal quality, cost-effective care. Documents & communicates with healthcare team members to achieve an integrated delivery of pediatric care services. Delegates appropriate monitoring, assessment, & interventions according to the patient and scope of practice of the caregiver; Provides consultation to influence the identified plan of care, to enhance the abilities of others to provide health care, and to effect change in the healthcare system. Makes appropriate referrals and discusses recommendations with patient/family/caregiver. Quality Improvement: Participates in quality improvement activities or research to improve the care delivery process & patient care outcomes; Uses & communicates results to initiate change in practice Uses creativity, new knowledge, & innovation to improve care Safety: Maintains a professional practice while utilizing evidenced based practice Communicates and demonstrates critical thinking for patient care management Is mindful and judicious in monitoring safety and departmental policies and procedures NNP maintains clinical competency (ability to independently manage and perform at a high level, and takes personal responsibility for obtaining competency as needed). Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic/non-pharmacological agents & interventions that are both universal & unique to the patient, & monitors/evaluates effects. Employs diverse & complex strategies, interventions, & teaching to promote health & a safe environment Orders and/or performs appropriate treatments, therapies, & procedures that are based on current knowledge, research, & practice; Uses information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error and support decision making, Leadership: Takes action to achieve goals identified during performance appraisal & peer review, resulting in changes in practice & role performance Participates in lifelong learning that improves skills & competence in clinical practice/role performance; Serves as preceptor, role model, or mentor Contributes to the professional development of peers/colleagues to improve neonatal health care & to foster the profession’s growth; Integrates ethical considerations & research findings into practice Provides leadership by participating on committees or in professional organizations, or writing/publishing/presenting. Serves as a leader, influencing healthcare/APN practice & policy. Minimum Qualifications Degrees Bachelor of Science in Nursing & Master’s Degree NNP Experience Three years’ combined experience as RN or NNP in a neonatal setting. High risk neonatal setting experience preferred. Strong delivery room experience preferred Licenses & Certifications Registered Nurse License (RN) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) License Prescriptive Authority License; Board Certification as a NNP BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certificate Benefits Information Here, you matter. As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career. As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April. Children’s Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year. EEO Statement It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. $121,394.93 - $182,092.39 / year
Job Overview The Clinical Manager oversees the daily operations of a direct patient care department, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and quality standards. This role provides clinical leadership, guiding staff in delivering developmentally appropriate care and evaluating outcomes. The Clinical Manager supports quality and safety initiatives, contributes to organizational goals, and drives improvements in healthcare performance and patient experience. In collaboration with other healthcare leaders, the Clinical Manager fosters professional development, coaches for performance, and cultivates a positive environment for both team members and patients/families. At our Center for Children's Surgery, we treat the big things, the little things and everything in between. Our surgeons are world-renowned pioneers in the treatment of children and adolescents for any level of injury or illness. Our¿surgical team¿provides services in a range of locations that were built and designed to be the most healing environment for kids. We combine advanced technology, innovative research, the latest minimally invasive techniques and expert care to be consistently ranked among the top pediatric hospitals in the country. With the most advanced procedures for the youngest of patients, our surgery locations are destinations for surgery that is less invasive, with shorter recovery times and better outcomes. We deliver some of the best outcomes in the nation and the world, which we share with parents to help them make informed decisions about their child's care. The North Campus Perioperative Services team works out of 4 operating rooms and performs approximately 4500 surgeries per year within the specialties of ENT, Urology, Ortho, Plastics, General Surgery and others. Are you ready to join our team and help lead them into the future of surgical care?¿ Department Name: North Campus Perioperative Services Job Status: full time, 40 hours per week, eligible for benefits Shift: Monday through Friday, typical business hours This position is eligible for relocation assistance, if relocating from 100 miles or greater. Duties & Responsibilities Develops and communicates the department’s strategic plan and annual goals, aligning team priorities with organizational objectives to enhance clinical practice, quality of care, and professional growth. Selects, trains, and evaluates department staff, creating a supportive environment that promotes development, engagement, and high performance. Makes decisions on hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, and terminations in coordination with Associate Clinical Managers. Develops departmental budget recommendations and monitors expenditures to support cost-effective operations. Directs and manages daily departmental operations, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Uses evidence-based practice to develop and maintain guidelines for safe, effective care. Provides clinical expertise, guiding team members in delivering developmentally appropriate care and evaluating outcomes for infants and children with complex health needs. Oversees staff and financial resource allocation, adjusting as needed to meet patient care demands while maintaining budget compliance. Establishes department performance metrics and collaborates with Associate Clinical Managers to achieve clinical, operational, and developmental goals. Identifies and acts on opportunities for continuous improvement. Resolves escalated, complex, or sensitive patient/family issues and operational concerns, making inclusive, data-informed decisions that address root causes. Interprets and enforces quality and safety standards, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and promote best practices. Leads and supports a culture of clinical inquiry by mentoring team members on practice-based research and quality improvement projects. Represents the department in senior leadership and interdepartmental meetings, fostering collaboration across teams and participating in organizational committees. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION – Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Master’s in health related field required. EXPERIENCE - Three years of clinical experience and two years of nursing leadership experience in supervision, leading clinical practice projects, serving as a charge nurse or house supervisor, and/or precepting. Previous experience in perioperative services strongly preferred (Operating Room and/or Pre/PACU/Post) LICENCURES/CERTIFICATION(S) – Registered Nurse (RN) License. BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with at least 6 months left before expiration is required upon hire. American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or Magnet recognized Certification. Salary Information Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $121,394.93 to $182,092.39 Benefits Information Here, you matter. As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career. As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April. Children’s Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year. EEO Statement It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. 
$90,900.58 - $136,350.88 / year
Job Overview Neonatal Nurse Specialists are members of a health care team working in collaboration with neonatal nurse practitioners, attending neonatologist, staff nurses, respiratory therapists, and other health care professionals to provide patient management, education, and continuity of care. Department Neonatal Nurse Practitioners Position Status 80 hours per pay period, eligible for benefits Shift 12-hour clinical shifts, rotating days/nights Salary Information Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $90,900.58 to $136,350.88 Eligible Incentives This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified external applicants. Relocation assistance available if relocating from 100 miles or greater. Duties & Responsibilities Ethics: Begins to gain self-awareness about one's own ethical principles. Functions primarily as a team member involved with patient management under the direct authorization and supervision of a board-certified neonatal nurse practitioner (NNP-BC) and/or physician member of the medical staff. Performs nursing functions independently. Direct medical management/ advanced practice nursing management (i.e., patient history, examination, ordering and interpreting tests, making diagnoses and instituting treatment programs, advanced procedure performance, completing discharge documentation) is authorized and performed under the direct supervision of a NNP-BC and/or a physician member of the medical staff. All orders must be cosigned by a fully credentialed NNP-BC or physician. Healthcare delivery systems: Begins to recognize how external and internal factors influence healthcare. Begins to evaluate outcomes of care. Begins to learn how to develop an individualized care plan. Leadership: Begin to transition from RN role. Recognizes importance of interdisciplinary care. Reviews guidelines and protocols. Policy: Member of professional organization. Becomes familiar with policies that impact neonatal nursing, neonates and families. Practice Inquiry: Searches literature to answer clinical questions. Reviews protocols and procedures with preceptor. Attends in-services. Quality: Becomes familiar with quality improvement process. Begins to note relationship between quality and patient care. Scientific foundation: Attends lectures and reads current EBP literature. Technology and Information Literacy: Begins to identify family needs and relays to multidisciplinary team. Uses technology to obtain and document comprehensive maternal and newborn history. Familiar with EMR and how to utilize data to create a plan of care. Attend fellowship educational offerings. Complete fellowship evaluations Minimum Qualifications Degrees Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) & Master’s Degree Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Experience 1 year clinical and pediatric experience required. Minimum of 2 years of RN NICU experience. Licenses & Certifications Registered Nurse License (RN) BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certificate and optional Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Board Certification as an NNP Benefits Information Here, you matter. As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career. As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April. Children’s Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year. EEO Statement It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. $105,046.99 - $157,570.49 / year
Job Overview Clinical Practice Specialists focus on either nursing or behavioral health practice and serve as leaders in advancing clinical excellence. They improve patient outcomes and care delivery through evidence-based practice, consultation, education, and research. Working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, they influence practice across the care continuum and help establish and uphold organizational standards Duties & Responsibilities Evidence-Based Practice & Research Designs and implements evidence-based, cost-effective interventions, advancing nursing or behavioral health practice and supporting patient and family empowerment. Promotes evidence-based knowledge in policies, procedures, and education strategies tailored to patient/family needs and readiness to learn. Provides expert consultation and coaching for patients with complex needs; delivers direct care within scope when needed. Leads, mentors, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on identifying, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based practices and research. Conducts or partners in research to address gaps in knowledge, evaluates impact using scientific methods, and disseminates findings through presentations and publications. Quality Improvement Assesses the care environment to identify improvement opportunities, integrating patient safety principles and identifying/resolving safety issues. Collaborates on and leads initiatives promoting a non-punitive culture for reporting errors and near misses; supports safety recognition programs. Leads or participates in systematic quality and safety efforts using root cause analysis, process evaluation, and outcome measurement. Mentors others in planning and implementing change, anticipating intended and unintended outcomes, while managing resources responsibly. Systems Leadership Builds partnerships across teams and systems using leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills; serves as a change agent aligned with organizational goals. Develops and consults on population-specific programs that reflect patient and family needs, strengths, and cultural values. Advocates for nursing/behavioral health contributions and equitable care in healthcare policy, organizational decision-making, and community initiatives. Contributes to the broader healthcare knowledge base through professional engagement, publications, and leadership in organizations. Facilitates professional development through education, coaching, and reflective practice, supporting clinical growth among staff and students. Participates in the evaluation of equipment, supplies, and policies impacting practice; provides specialty consultation and supports nurses practicing to the full scope of their role. Minimum Qualifications Degrees Master of Science Area of Study Master of Science in Nursing is required for a nursing specialty. Experience Minimum Experience Required: 5 years clinical and pediatric experience Equivalency Not Applicable Licenses & Certifications Advanced Cardiac Life Support Basic Life Support Licensed Clinic Social Worker Licensed Prof Counselor Pediatric Advanced Life Support Registered Nurse Additional Requirements Variety of licenses acceptable Advanced Life Support (ACLS, PALS) AND/OR other Certification(s) for specific roles may be required within 6 months of hire BLS/CPR with at least six (6) months left before expiration ANCC or Magnet approved clinical specialty or quality/safety focus certification required. Membership in a professional nursing or health care organization. Current Colorado RN, LPC or LCSW license Competency None Salary Information Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $105,046.99 to $157,570.49 Benefits Information Here, you matter. As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career. As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April. Children’s Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year. EEO Statement It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Department: Pediatric Mental Health Institute, Anschutz Medical Campus with some travel Status: Full Time, Benefits Eligible Shift: M-F 8a-5p; some additional hours may be required based on staff needs 
