Nurse (LPN or RN)
About The Position
Our Residential Treatment Program at Boulder Canyon allows young adults to find healing through meaningful connection with nature while benefiting from evidence-based therapies. As a Nurse, you will deliver compassionate care to young adults in recovery, helping them achieve their treatment goals while ensuring a safe and supportive environment. This role involves supporting clients through medical monitoring, medication management, and crisis intervention. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative setting and demonstrates compassion for clients navigating mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
Requirements
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing required
- A valid RN or LPN license in good standing with ability to practice in the state of Colorado is required
- Experience handling behavioral crises and utilizing therapeutic de-escalation strategies to ensure client and staff safety.
- Proficiency in performing blood draws, with experience handling specimens in compliance with medical protocols.
- Familiarity with administering and educating clients about prescription medications.
- Competency in maintaining accurate patient records in an electronic health record system.
- Candidates applying for this position should be aware that an offer for employment in this position is contingent upon passing a comprehensive background check, encompassing criminal records and motor vehicle reports.
- A valid driver's License and clean driving history are required – Staff are expected to drive a company 15 passenger van to transport clients to and from programming activities as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting working with individuals managing mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care, including vital sign checks, symptom management, and withdrawal monitoring.
- Perform client assessments upon admission and document findings accurately in the electronic health record system.
- Oversee urinalysis and breathalyzer tests, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with protocols.
- Administer medications as prescribed and educate clients on proper usage.
- Facilitate prescription medication refills in collaboration with medical providers.
- Act as a resource and support for Behavioral Health or Mental Health Technicians, ensuring seamless client care.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to address client needs and medical complications.
- Adhere to OSHA standards, universal precautions, and facility policies to maintain a safe environment for staff and clients.
- Monitor for contraband and enforce safety protocols.
- Respond promptly to emerging medical situations, providing first aid or seeking appropriate intervention.
- Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral crises.
Benefits
- Compensation: $33.70 - $49.10 Per Hour + Differentials (based on license and shift)
- Paid time off that includes accrued PTO, flexible holiday hours, and dedicated wellbeing days.
- Robust healthcare benefits with generous employer funding to support your needs
- No cost counseling services, legal consultations, financial planning resources, and wellness coaching available through Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
