Posting Detail InformationWorking TitleRegistered Nurse - CSU Mountain Campus (Session 1)Position LocationFort Collins, COWork LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-personResearch Professional PositionNoPosting Number202500185APPosition TypeAdmin Professional/ Research ProfessionalClassification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib IINumber of Vacancies1Work Hours/Week40Proposed Annual Salary Range$6,675 - $7,297 monthly salary (for the approximate 11 week assignment)Employee BenefitsColorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Desired Start Date05/18/2025Position End Date (if temporary)08/01/2025To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on03/02/2025Description of Work UnitCSU Mountain CampusThe CSU Mountain Campus is nestled in a beautiful, secluded mountain valley at an elevation of 9,000 ft. (2,743 m) lies Colorado State University’s 1,600-acre Mountain Campus. Established in 1914, the Mountain Campus serves as a destination campus for research and education, local, national, and international conferences. Programs and activities at the Mountain Campus shape and inspire current and future leaders’ lives through learning and immersion experiences in the Rocky Mountains, and facilitate research addressing critical issues in ecology, environmental science, and natural resources. The Mountain Campus operates from mid-May to mid-October each year, and is located 53 miles west of Fort Collins, approximately a 2-hour drive, the last 16 miles of which are on a gravel road. The campus is adjacent to the northern border of Rocky Mountain National Park and shares boundaries with Roosevelt National Forest. Abundant opportunities exist for hiking and backpacking, mountain climbing, mountain biking, and fishing.CSU Health NetworkThe CSU Health Network ( CSUHN ) at Colorado State University provides a full range of cost-effective mental health and primary care medical services on campus, referral for community specialty care, and comprehensive health education and prevention services programming. Services such as physical therapy, dentistry, and optometry are available. The CSU Health Network is active in creating a healthy campus environment to support learning and success. For more information about the CSU Health Network at Colorado State University, seehttps://health.colostate.edu/Why work at Colorado State University?CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!”We are looking to add individuals to our team who have the following characteristics:
Confidence – they expect success in what they do
Compassion – they have genuine care and concern for others
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence – they engage principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all they do, valuing a supportive community where everyone’s contributions are valued, and all voices are heard
Empowerment – they use their knowledge and skills to adjust, change, and improve daily tasks/work for themselves and others
Integrity – they are honest, and others trust them
Responsibility – they take ownership of decisions and actions
Our Investment in YouColorado State University ( CSU ) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits and well-being package that supports you, your health, and your family.These CSU resources help with many aspects of your life – financial, physical, emotional, family, workplace wellness. These resources are part of our investment in you.Employees are benefits eligible when working a minimum of 20 hours per week; benefits outlined below reflect full-time status of 40 hours per week; some benefits would be prorated for part-time status.
Attractive Monday-Friday work schedule
Inclusive leave programs and benefit options including:
o Generous amount of paid time off to include 24 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, annuallyo Comprehensive and affordable benefits programs and services including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Parental Leave, work/life resources, and moreo Substantial employer match between 10% – 21% depending on retirement program
Robust Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) and Well-Being Hub for your overall well-being
Discounted staff memberships in campus recreation center
FREE college credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through the Employee Study Privilege program
Up to 50% resident, regular on-campus tuition for eligible family members through the Tuition Scholarship Program
FREE employee growth opportunity through CSU Talent development
After-school programs and summer camps for kids
Community Discounts
FREE MAX transit use with CSU identification
For more detail about these and other Health and Welfare benefits and Commitment to Campus programs, visit our CSU Well-Being Hub athttps://hr.colostate.edu/well-being-hub/and our Benefits programs for Administrative Professional employees:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/.Retirement ProgramsWhile employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan ( DCP ) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan ( PERA ) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match between 10% – 21%. For more information, visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/retirement/.Top Public Research UniversityColorado State University is one of the nation’s top public research universities and an institution on the rise. In the last decade, CSU has:
Produced record enrollment
Built on all-time highs in student diversity and student success
Delivered groundbreaking research driven by a highly productive faculty
Revitalized campus through a transformational building campaign
Shaped an unrivaled learning environment where nine of 10 recent graduates say they would choose CSU again and rate their education as excellent
Campus Culture and Principles of CommunityColorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University. For more information visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/.Tobacco and Smoke-FreeColorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings.Live in Fort CollinsFort Collins has been home to CSU since the University’s inception in 1870. It is a vibrant, friendly city of 161,000 tucked against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Northern Colorado, 60 miles from Denver. The strong local economy is noted particularly for a broad range of outdoor activities and a thriving arts and entertainment industry.Position SummaryThe CSU Mountain Campus is nestled in a beautiful, secluded mountain valley at an elevation of 9,000 ft. (2,743 m) lies Colorado State University’s 1,600-acre Mountain Campus. Established in 1914, the Mountain Campus serves as a destination campus for research and education, local, national, and international conferences. Programs and activities at the Mountain Campus shape and inspire current and future leaders’ lives through learning and immersion experiences in the Rocky Mountains, and facilitate research addressing critical issues in ecology, environmental science, and natural resources. The Mountain Campus operates from mid-May to mid-October each year, and is located 53 miles west of Fort Collins, approximately a 2-hour drive, the last 16 miles of which are on a gravel road. The campus is adjacent to the northern border of Rocky Mountain National Park and shares boundaries with Roosevelt National Forest. Abundant opportunities exist for hiking and backpacking, mountain climbing, mountain biking, and fishing.Under management from CSU Health Network Medical Services, the Medical Clinic at the CSU Mountain Campus provides onsite acute first aid and pre-hospital care to patients for minor injuries and illnesses on a walk-in basis. The Medical Clinic has designated clinic hours and 24-hour nursing assistance for students and guests with acute and emergent concerns. Access to after-hours mental health professionals ensures the support of students and guests with behavioral health concerns. This position assists in the delivery of safe healthcare to university students and guests.This position is a temporary, full-time Registered Nurse that will live and work at the Mountain Campus Medical Clinic for 11 weeks (approximately5/18/25 – 8/1/25). This position reports directly to the Nurse Supervisor and Nurse Manager at the CSU Health Network Fort Collins campus and will work in close collaboration with the Administration of the Mountain Campus to carry out the Essential Job Duties.Position Options
Eleven weeks during the summer season from approximately5/18/25 – 8/1/25
Office Hours
The Registered Nurse works in the office 5-6 hours per day. Typical office hours are 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM daily, but are subject to change to meet the needs of campus guests.
On-Site AvailabilityIn addition to specified office hours, this position is expected to respond to emergent healthcare needs:
Within 20 minutes
24/7, unless other coverage has been arranged
Perks and Other Details
Free Room and Board for Nurse
Lodging: The Mountain Campus provides a Nurses cabin (341 sq ft) with two bedrooms (one room has a double bed and the other bedroom has a bunk bed), kitchen, refrigerator, toilet, porch and in cabin wi-fi booster. Showers are available in a staff shower house. On-site laundry available. Housing may require a shared space and coordination with additional MTC nursing staff.
Meals: Three meals a day are provided.
Family Members and Guests Welcome
Lodging: Invite partners, children, and other guests to stay with you for all or part of your time at the Mountain Campus. The Nurses Cabin can accommodate up to 4 people. Children must be supervised by a responsible adult during Nurse Clinic hours.
No pets permitted
Meals: Meals are provided for the Nurse and one guest with no extra cost. Meal tickets can be purchased in the office if additional guests are with you.
Activities
Hiking, fishing, mountain biking, trail running, rock climbing, nature photography, or lounging in a hammock with a good book are just some of the many activities employees can enjoy during their time in the picturesque Mountain Campus setting outside of office hours.
Additional Details
Limited cell phone service
Limited internet access
Work iPhone provided
Required Job QualificationsLicensure/Certification
Possession of current Registered Nurse license through the State of Colorado
Current certification in AHA approved Basic Life Support ( BLS )
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; or
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university AND Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience
One year of nursing experience in direct patient care
Preferred Job QualificationsExperience
Experience working in remote, wilderness, or camp nursing setting
Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certification
Experience in wilderness medicine, camp nursing, school nursing, or urgent care
Experience working independently using treatment protocols and guidelines to provide patient care
Experience providing clinical services to college student population
Experience assisting with mental health needs and other needs as arise
Experience managing care and patient education for individuals with diabetes
Experience caring for diverse populations, including diverse religious/spiritual beliefs; racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; diverse sexual orientations, and gender identities
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and other Characteristics
Excellent clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to analyze policies, programs, and initiatives to make recommendations for quality improvement
A personal or professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through active planning and purposeful effort
Essential DutiesJob Duty CategoryNursing DutiesDuty/Responsibility
Assesses and identifies health care needs by utilizing the principles of nursing practice and clinic protocols by collecting and evaluating data, making a treatment plan, and promoting wellness and positive lifestyle behaviors
Performs nursing care and treatments (such as wound and burn care)
Describes healthcare findings by documenting in the patient medical record using RN Carting Form and best practice guidelines for SOAP documentation
Executes standing orders (for example, point of care testing and dispensing medications) appropriately and timely
Advises and instructs patients with acute and urgent health care problems by and acts as a resource by arranging for health care referrals off campus
Consults with Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Manager and Medical Director on patients where escalation of care may not be clear or when the possible need for EMS arises
Assists with medication administration for Over-the-Counter needs
Provides pre-hospital care and activation of the EMS system when emergency situations arise
Provides public health point of care testing on students, staff, and guests to ensure adherence to public health and infection control guidelines. Notifies Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Manager, MTC Leadership, Infection Control Nurse, and/or CSU Public Health Administrator immediately of any public health concerns at the Mountain Campus
Complete online Wilderness First Aid training course and Wilderness First Aid for adult population
Provides education and training on First Aid, Epi-Pen Auto-Injector and Narcan use for MTC staff
Ongoing communication with MTC staff for community impact and emergency plan activations
Performs other duties as assigned
Percentage Of Time90%Job Duty CategoryAdditional ResponsibilitiesDuty/Responsibility
Ensures up to date understanding of clinic protocols, procedures, and policies. Keeps up with email communications on a daily basis
Keeps radio communication active 24/7
Securely transmits patient lab results to main campus laboratory to ensure compliance with laboratory standards
Completes clinic operations items, such as equipment maintenance, medication counts, appropriately disposing of outdated medications and supplies, inventory, and supply ordering in a timely manner
Communicates regularly with Nurse Supervisor and Nurse Manager to determine clinic needs to ensure smooth clinic operations during the season
Attends weekly teams call with Nurse Supervisor and Nurse Manager
Attends weekly MTC meeting
Percentage Of Time10%Application DetailsSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsCSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. Applicants needing assistance to submit application materials may contact Tammy Roehrich at Tammy.Roehrich@colostate.edu.Complete applications must include:
Cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications, Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties
Resume
This position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59 pm Mountain Time on Sunday, March 2, 2025.References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.Applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Application materials will be held in confidence by the Search Committee through semi-finalist interviews. Confidentiality of application materials detaches at the point where a candidate accepts participation in a finalist interview. At that time, redacted application materials are shared with campus stakeholders when invited to participate and give feedback to the Search Committee.Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License - Must have a current, valid driver's license to drive back and forth to the CSU Mountain Campus, Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - Must be willing and able to use, handle, or be exposed to hazardous materials with training, Special Requirements/Other - Health Network follows CDC guidelines for Employee Health in a healthcare setting, including proof of vaccinations. Employees must show proof of compliance/willingness to comply by start date.Search ContactTammy Roehrich, tammy.roehrich@colostate.eduEEOColorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Background Check Policy StatementColorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.References RequestedReferences RequestedMinimum Requested3Maximum Requested3Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Do you have possession of current Registered Nurse license through the State of Colorado?
Yes
No
Do you have a current certification in AHA approved Basic Life Support (BLS)?
Yes
No
Do you have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; or a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university AND Associate Degree in Nursing?
Yes
No
Do you have one year of nursing experience in direct patient care?
Yes
No
Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents
