Mental Health Nurse

Sandstone Care • Boulder, CO, CO

12d • $34 - $49 • Onsite

About The Position

Sandstone Care is hiring a Mental Health Nurse (RN or LPN) for its young adult residential treatment program in Boulder, Colorado. The nurse is part of the medical and clinical team and provides nursing care to people in recovery, including medical monitoring, medication management, and crisis intervention. The role supports clients experiencing mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders and contributes to a safe, supportive, collaborative care environment.

This is a full-time overnight position with shifts available Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Compensation is $33.70–$49.10 per hour, plus differentials based on license and shift.

Employment is contingent on passing a comprehensive background check, including criminal-record and motor-vehicle reports. A valid driver’s license and clean driving history are required; staff may drive a company 15-passenger van to transport clients to and from programming activities. The facility operates 24/7, including weekends and holidays and regardless of weather conditions, and staff are expected to work scheduled shifts unless otherwise coordinated with their direct supervisor.

Sandstone Care describes its benefits as including accrued PTO, paid holidays, wellbeing days, medical, dental, and vision insurance with a majority of premiums company-paid, an Employee Assistance Program, and professional growth opportunities. The organization also describes its work environment as collaborative and supportive and states its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Valid RN or LPN license in good standing and eligibility to practice in Colorado.
• Experience handling behavioral crises and using therapeutic de-escalation strategies to support client and staff safety.
• Proficiency in performing blood draws and handling specimens in compliance with medical protocols.
• Familiarity with administering prescription medications and educating clients about their use.
• Competency in maintaining accurate patient records in an electronic health record system.
• Pass a comprehensive background check, including criminal-record and motor-vehicle reports.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving history.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare-setting experience with individuals managing mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care, including vital-sign checks, symptom management, and withdrawal monitoring.
• Perform client assessments upon admission and accurately document findings in the electronic health record system.
• Oversee urinalysis and breathalyzer tests, documenting results accurately and following protocols.
• Administer prescribed medications and educate clients on proper medication use.
• Coordinate prescription medication refills with medical providers.
• Support Behavioral Health or Mental Health Technicians as a resource to help ensure seamless client care.
• Communicate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other interdisciplinary team members about client needs and medical complications.
• Follow OSHA standards, universal precautions, and facility policies to maintain a safe environment.
• Monitor for contraband and enforce safety protocols.
• Respond to emerging medical situations by providing first aid or seeking appropriate intervention.
• Use de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral crises.
• Drive a company 15-passenger van to transport clients to and from programming activities as needed.
• Work scheduled shifts at the 24/7 facility, including applicable weekends and holidays, unless otherwise coordinated with the direct supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and total rewards package, including merit-based pay increases and professional growth opportunities.
• Flexible PTO package, including accrued PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of package options; the company pays the majority of costs.
• Employee Assistance Program that includes counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching.
• Collaborative and supportive community of therapists and team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree