NURSE MANAGER-SALARY

Apis Services Inc•Cañon City, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed. Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive. No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided. For more than 53 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support. Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least twenty-one (21) years of age
Must have a valid Driver's License
Physical exams that include TB and drug testing.
Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Nice To Haves

Compassionate
Dependable
Patient
Team-Oriented
Service-Focused
Professional
Positive
Committed to Helping Others

Responsibilities

Directs psychiatric and medical care under physician supervision in alignment with federal PRTF requirements.
Oversees nursing assessments, daily clinical rounds, and youth health monitoring.
Ensures compliance with federal restraint/seclusion regulations (§483.350–§483.376).
Leads clinical response to acute psychiatric or medical events.
Oversees the Medication Administration Record System (MARS) for accuracy and audit readiness.
Ensures safe storage, controlled substance counts, PRN justification, and medication‑error reporting.
Coordinates with pharmacy for reconciliation, refills, and formulary compliance.
Maintains 24/7 nursing coverage as required for PRTFs.
Adjusts staffing based on acuity rather than fixed ratios.
Conducts onboarding, annual competencies, and trauma‑informed care training.
Ensures compliance with CMS PRTF standards, CDHS Volume 7, BHA/HFEMS rules, and serious‑occurrence reporting requirements.
Oversees chart audits, documentation quality, and corrective action plans.
Leads nursing review of restraint/seclusion events, self‑harm attempts, AWOLs, and medication errors.
Participates in quality improvement, data tracking, and regulatory reporting.
Collaborates with psychiatry, therapists, milieu staff, and operations to support integrated treatment.
Ensures nursing participation in treatment planning, ITCT processes, and discharge planning.
Coordinates with external providers, RAEs, and case managers when applicable.
Provides clear, trauma‑responsive communication to youth, families, and guardians.
Ensures youth understand their medications, care plans, and safety expectations.
Manages medical supplies, equipment, and infection control.
Ensures readiness for state surveys, accreditation visits, and audits.
Supports policy development and implementation.