Job Details: Job Location: Pagosa Springs Medical Center - PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $36.38 - $45.48Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Registered Nurse (RN): Clinic Department: Rural Health Clinic Status: Part-Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Manager: Clinic Location: Pagosa Springs Medical Center – Pagosa Springs, Colorado Work Arrangement: On-Site Pay Range: $36.38 - $45.48/hour Schedule: Part-Time | Schedule based on department needs Application Deadline: November 20, 2026. The application period may close sooner due to an unanticipated business necessity, such as an incumbent vacating the role earlier than anticipated. Candidates are encouraged to apply well in advance of the deadline. Position Highlight Join PSMC's Rural Health Clinic and help deliver coordinated, patient-centered care to our community. The RN: Clinic works closely with providers, medical assistants, LPNs, Patient Service Representatives, and other members of the care team to support safe, efficient, and compassionate outpatient care. This role is well suited for an RN who enjoys team-based care, patient education, triage, care coordination, clinical decision-making, and supporting the development of other clinical staff. Position Summary The RN: Clinic collaborates with physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, and other support staff to coordinate and deliver care to patients and their families at Pagosa Springs Medical Center. The RN participates in PSMC's team-based care model and helps lead an assigned Primary Care Team by providing daily guidance, assigning and prioritizing work, coordinating care, and serving as a clinical resource to Patient Service Representatives, medical assistants, and LPNs.  This position provides direct nursing care within the RN scope of practice, performs patient assessment and triage, coordinates follow-up care, provides patient and family education, administers medications and immunizations, supports quality initiatives, and helps ensure patients receive a seamless and positive clinic experience.  Why Join PSMC? Provide meaningful outpatient nursing care to patients across the lifespan Build strong relationships with patients and families through ongoing primary care Work collaboratively with providers and a multidisciplinary clinic team Use clinical judgment and nursing expertise to triage and coordinate patient care Serve as a resource and mentor for LPNs, medical assistants, and other clinical support staff Participate in quality improvement, patient education, regulatory readiness, and population health initiatives Join a community-focused Critical Access Hospital serving southwest Colorado Key Responsibilities Patient Assessment & Nursing Care Practice within the Colorado RN scope of practice Perform comprehensive patient assessments and reassessments Monitor patients for changes in condition and communicate abnormal findings to the appropriate provider Use critical thinking and clinical judgment to support safe and effective outpatient nursing care Appropriately triage patients using established nursing protocols and workflows Respond to patient telephone calls, portal messages, and clinical concerns Coordinate care and communicate effectively with providers and other members of the healthcare team Provide age-appropriate care to patients across the lifespan  Clinical Procedures & Medication Management Perform clinic-appropriate nursing procedures within scope and competency Complete dressing changes, suture and staple removal, EKGs, nebulizer treatments, ear lavage, orthopedic device fitting, and other ordered treatments Perform injections using appropriate technique and dose calculations Safely administer and document medications and immunizations Perform CLIA-waived point-of-care laboratory testing as directed Follow medication safety standards and verify medication indications, doses, side effects, and contraindications Authorize medication refills in accordance with established nursing policies and procedures  Care Coordination & Patient Education Serve as a patient navigator for assigned Clinic Team patients Provide education regarding medical conditions, procedures, treatment plans, medications, preventive care, and follow-up needs Reinforce provider instructions and prior patient education Follow up on outstanding orders and ensure appropriate next appointments are scheduled Review patient messages and use nursing judgment to address, resolve, schedule, or appropriately escalate concerns Support continuity of care by coordinating with other departments and healthcare organizations when needed  Team Leadership & Clinical Support Provide daily guidance, assignments, and prioritization within the assigned Primary Care Team Serve as a nursing resource to clinic staff Assist with oversight, supervision, training, and education of clinical support staff Mentor LPN/LVN and medical assistant staff Participate in the training and orientation of new clinical employees Support safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing practices Provide input regarding the performance of LPN and MA staff as appropriate to the role  Quality, Documentation & Clinic Operations Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record Collect and document patient quality data according to clinic workflows and protocols Support quality improvement and regulatory readiness initiatives Maintain assigned team message centers and follow up on patient calls, messages, faxes, and portal communications Assist with medication prior authorizations and other patient-care coordination activities Support opening, closing, inventory, supply management, and other shared clinic responsibilities Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with PSMC policies and applicable healthcare privacy requirements Qualifications: Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program Current Colorado RN license in good standing Current AHA BLS certification for healthcare providers Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, providers, and coworkers Strong clinical judgment, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy outpatient environment  Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Two (2) years of nursing experience in a clinical setting Outpatient clinic or physician-office nursing experience CLIA-waived laboratory testing experience Immunization experience Additional language skills  What We're Looking For The ideal candidate: Provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills Communicates effectively with patients, families, providers, and coworkers Is comfortable triaging patient concerns and determining appropriate next steps Is organized and able to manage multiple competing priorities Works effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Takes initiative and follows through on patient-care needs Enjoys teaching, mentoring, and supporting other clinical team members Demonstrates a commitment to quality, safety, service excellence, and regulatory compliance Embodies PSMC's WISER values of Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, and Respect Schedule & Work Environment This is a part-time, non-exempt position working on-site in PSMC's Rural Health Clinic. Specific scheduled hours will be based on department needs. Work is performed in a busy outpatient clinic environment with frequent communication with patients, families, providers, employees, vendors, and the public. The position requires the ability to manage frequent interruptions while maintaining safe, accurate, and professional patient care.  The position includes clinical responsibilities that may involve exposure to blood, bodily fluids, communicable disease, hazardous materials, and the physical demands associated with assisting, lifting, moving, or positioning patients and equipment.  Compensation & Benefits Compensation Hourly pay range: $36.38 - $45.48 Placement within the range will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and PSMC's applicable compensation practices Benefits (Part-Time) Eligible part-time employees receive benefits including: Sick leave Eligibility for PSMC's High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) Dental and vision insurance Retirement benefits, including PSMC's employer-supported retirement plan About Pagosa Springs Medical Center Pagosa Springs Medical Center is a Critical Access Hospital serving Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County in southwest Colorado. Our Rural Health Clinic provides primary and specialty care to our community and works closely with hospital and ancillary services to provide coordinated care close to home. Located in the beautiful San Juan Mountains, Pagosa Springs offers an exceptional quality of life with year-round opportunities for hiking, skiing, fishing, mountain biking, rafting, hunting, and other outdoor recreation. At PSMC, you'll join a collaborative healthcare team guided by our WISER values: Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, and Respect. Apply Today If you're an RN who values team-based care, enjoys building relationships with patients and families, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to rural healthcare, we encourage you to apply. Join Pagosa Springs Medical Center's Rural Health Clinic and help provide high-quality, compassionate care to the community we serve. Equal Opportunity Employer Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws.