Registered Nurse (part-time) - Crisis Stabilization Unit/CSU

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery • Aurora, CO

126d • $36 - $44

About The Position

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking part-time Registered Nurses to join our Crisis team. The Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) is a 24-hour, 16-bed facility providing intensive behavioral health crisis intervention for up to five days. Our multidisciplinary team includes Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, RNs, LPNs, Medical Assistants, Therapists, Case Managers, Milieu Counselors, and Peer Support Specialists. The position offers generous shift differentials and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for dedicated nursing professionals. The Registered Nurse will deliver exceptional clinical care for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use crises, with a focus on person-centered, compassionate treatment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, collaborative, and experienced in psychiatric nursing, with excellent de-escalation skills, sound clinical judgment, and an active RN license in good standing, along with current BLS certification.

Requirements

• Associate's in Nursing required. A bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Colorado Registered Nurse Licensure Requirement: Per Colorado BHA regulations, you must hold an active Colorado RN license before providing any client services. Out-of-state multi-state or compact licenses are not sufficient.
• Preferred: one year of relevant clinical experience.
• Ability to administer medications and injections.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take directives.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn/utilize electronic health record.
• Required Vaccination and TB Test.

Responsibilities

• Support the medical and clinical functions of the medical team (completing all medical orders and communicating vital patient care information to the physician/prescriber).
• Screen potential clients for admission and adhere to admission criteria. This may include testing for COVID-19.
• Complete nursing assessments of clients upon admission.
• Document clear and concise notes regarding patients’ condition, reaction to medication, and treatments in EMR.
• Perform nursing interventions within the scope of practice, congruent with licensing.
• Contribute to the development of the treatment planning process as it relates to medical needs and concerns.
• Provide educational support surrounding medications and self-administration.
• Provide coordination and support to program staff and clients.
• Observe, identify, and monitor the condition of the patient, including changes in symptoms, and relate the same to appropriate members of the treatment team.
• Administer injections and medications.
• Provide medical case management and other clinical interventions, as appropriate.
• Act as liaison to outside agencies and providers to ensure continuity of care for patients.
• Provide assistance in crisis intervention, as needed.
• Complete required education and training in a timely manner.
• Provide information to credentialing, payroll, etc. in a timely manner.
• Attend meetings and training as needed.
• Maintain professional licensing as required by applicable state laws.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• The company observes 11 designated holidays each year.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees