Registered Nurse (RN)

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) 

Location: Laradon fosters a collaborative, team environment; working on-site in Denver, CO and/or traveling to clients' homes.

Supervision: Reports to Director of Adult Services

Schedule: Monday-Friday, most likely 7a-3p

Starting Salary Range: $70,000-$93,000 based off education and experience

Laradon has been a leader in advocacy, education, and support for kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for over 75 years. We are looking for talented and dedicated team members to carry our legacy forward.

If you genuinely care about providing youth and/or adults with a sense of direction and hope, then you’ll get huge satisfaction from this role. Your influence will not only impact the lives of youth and/or adults, but the community as a whole. Laradon staff work extremely hard and are challenged every day, but they play a key role in supporting the well-being of the individuals that we serve.

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to support our Adult Services. Reporting to the Director of Adult Services, this role will support Laradon’s mission by working collaboratively with staff, guardians and providers to coordinate and oversee the specialized needs of the individuals served in Laradon's Adult Day Program to ensure efficient and prompt health care services are provided. 

No day is ever alike but you can generally look forward to the following responsibilities:

• Act as liaison with cooperating medical facilities, hospitals, psychiatrists, physicians, families and other external entities in regard to the medical needs of those served.  
• As Laradon is a small employer and employees work in a collaborative, team environment, employee must be physically present in the office to perform his/her job functions.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Provide trainings for employees on health and medical related issues.
• Ensure effective communication between each department, family/guardians, individuals served, and physicians where required
• Develop, implement and train staff on medical protocols, health care plans, and review and revise as needed.
• Review Medication Administration Records (MARs) for adults served and physician orders and update as needed.
• Oversee the administration of medications, as needed.
• Monitor medical documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies and Laradon policies and procedures.
• Monitor medication and health issues of participants served in Laradon’s Adult Day Program, and consult with directors, program managers, staff/DSP’s regarding specific needs of the adults as well as general medical issues.

• Other duties as assigned.

We proudly support our employees by providing the following benefits for this position:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonuses (get paid to work with friends!)
• Committee participation opportunities (DEIB/A, Safety)
• Development, job growth, and internal training
• The opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment alongside other Laradon staff – one where everyone is truly appreciated
• CDC and CDPHE protocols to ensure the safety and welfare of all employees.

We believe in providing continuing education and development opportunities for our employees. To start you off right in your position, we’ll make sure you are trained in the following:

• Orientation
• Mandatory Reporting
• Incident Reporting
• First Aid/CPR
• Safety Care
• Defensive Driving
• Person Centered Training
• Trauma Informed Care
• QMAP
• Professional Boundaries

We look forward to what you will bring to our workplace:

• Current Colorado State License for RN, in good/active condition. 

• Two or more years nursing experience.

• Knowledge of and experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.

• Valid Colorado driving license, good driving record and reliable transportation.

• Good customer service and people skills.

• Physical requirements include the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force; physical condition to enable walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; stamina to be on feet and active for full work days; ability to speak or exchange information in an audible manner.

Our commitment to you once you get here:

Our DEIB/A policy supports and strengthens Laradon’s mission of promoting advocacy, community access and independence for the individuals we serve and celebrating the unique differences and abilities of our employees. Laradon strives to foster a culture that celebrates diversity, ensuring that each member of our community has equal opportunities to thrive and contribute their unique perspectives. We are committed to promoting equity and accessibility by identifying and eliminating systemic barriers that may hinder the growth and advancement of underrepresented groups through intentional and inclusive practices.

To provide culturally aware services to individuals, students, guests, and staff/employees, our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, veteran status, religion, citizenship, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel a sense of belonging and value. We strive for excellence in every role within Laradon and select the most qualified people who embrace and embody our mission and values.

Our Values: 

Inclusion | Compassion | Advocacy | Respect | Empowerment