RN: Clinic (PRN)
Registered Nurse (RN) – Rural Health Clinic (PRN)
Department: Rural Health Clinic
Status: PRN (As Needed)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Manager – Clinic
Location: Pagosa Springs Medical Center – Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Position Summary
Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Rural Health Clinic team on a PRN basis.
The Clinic RN collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, medical assistants, and other support staff to coordinate and deliver patient-centered care in an outpatient clinic setting. This role supports a team-based care model and helps guide daily clinical workflows to ensure patients receive high-quality, efficient care.
The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can adapt quickly in a busy clinical environment while delivering safe, compassionate nursing care.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care & Clinical Support
- Provide direct patient care within the RN scope of practice in an outpatient clinic setting
- Perform patient assessments, vital signs, and patient intake
- Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments
- Administer medications, injections, and immunizations as ordered
- Perform clinic-based procedures including dressing changes, EKGs, nebulizer treatments, and suture or staple removal
Care Coordination & Triage
- Triage patient phone calls and portal messages using established protocols
- Coordinate care between providers, clinic staff, and patients
- Assist with medication refills and prior authorizations following clinic protocols
- Ensure appropriate follow-up care and appointment scheduling
Patient Education & Support
- Provide education to patients and families regarding conditions, medications, and treatment plans
- Promote preventative health and wellness education
- Reinforce provider instructions and care plans
Documentation & Quality Compliance
- Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record
- Assist with collection of quality and performance data
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and clinic protocols
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Team Collaboration
- Support and mentor clinical support staff including LPNs and Medical Assistants
- Assist with training new clinical staff members
- Work collaboratively with the clinic team to improve patient experience and clinic operations
Join a Hospital That Feels Like Family – In a Town That Feels Like Home
Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an award-winning, independent Critical Access Hospital serving the residents and visitors of Archuleta County and the surrounding region. As a modern rural hospital, PSMC delivers exceptional emergency, primary, and specialty care supported by advanced technology, a collaborative medical staff, and a leadership team committed to quality, safety, and patient-centered service.
At PSMC, you are not just a number – you are a valued team member whose contributions make a real difference. We prioritize professional growth, meaningful work, and a positive, supportive workplace culture grounded in our WISER values: Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, and Respect.
What you’ll find at PSMC:
- A supportive, collaborative culture where people truly care about each other
- Modern facilities and growing service lines
- Leadership that listens and invests in staff
- Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career
- A place where you can have direct impact on patient care and community wellness