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Job Location: Potomac Pavilion: 1290 S. Potomac St, Aurora, CO 80012 - Aurora, CO 80012

Education Level: ADN - Associate Degree in Nursing

Salary Range: $40.22 - $48.42 Hourly

Job Category: Nursing

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking full-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 a generous sign‑on bonus, 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 judgement, and an active RN license in good standing, along with current BLS certification.

At our 24/7 care facility, we understand that life doesn’t always fit into a rigid schedule. That’s why we offer self-scheduling for our nursing team—giving you the freedom to choose shifts that best suit your lifestyle while ensuring consistent, high‑quality care for our clients.

NOC Shifts: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM and 8:30 PM – 9:00 AM

• This position is fully onsite/in‑person
• Part‑Time Nurses: Choose 2(two) 12‑hour shifts per week(0.6 FTE)
• WeekendCoverage: Minimumof2 weekend shifts per month
• HolidayCoverage: Participatein a minimum of 2–4 holiday shifts peryear

We believe in empowering our nurses with flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and supportive team environment. Whether you’re balancing family, school, or personalcommitments, our schedulingmodelis designed to helpyou thrive both professionally and personally.

The starting wage is based on licensure and company equity. Paid bi‑weekly.

$40.22- $48.42hourly

• Day Weekend (Sat, Sun): $2.50
• Overnight Weekday (Monday - Thursday): $4.25/hour
• Overnight Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday): $6.25/hour
• Swing Weekday (Mon‑Thurs): $2.75/hour
• Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $4.25/hour

Employees who successfully pass a language assessment are eligible to receive bilingual differential pay. This differential is provided as a fixed amount of$1,800 per calendar year, paid on a bi‑weekly basis across 26 pay periods, and prorated based on hire date and full‑time equivalency (FTE). Eligibilityand payment are subject to the language requirements of theposition and the employee’sdemonstratedproficiencyin the language.

• Support the medical and clinical functions of the medical team (completing all medical orders and communicating vital patient care informationtothe 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 relates 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.

• Associate's in Nursing required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Preferred: one year of relevant clinical experience.
• Licensure: Active State of Colorado Registered Nursing License.
• Preferred: Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) experience.
• Ability to administer medications and injections.
• Demonstrated ability in nursing assessment, including evaluation and interpretation of medical and behavioral health information.
• Knowledge and familiarity with nursing care management conceptsand psychotropic medications.
• Advanced written and oral communication, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills, efficient time management with multitasking ability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and collaborate with other internal and external teams.
• Ability to learn and operate various software programs, including Word, Excel, and web‑based systems.

At AMHR, the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and a negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.

• 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, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 1floating holiday(hours calculated pro‑rata basis based on full‑time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state‑of‑the‑art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well‑being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

• Passionate caring;
• Rising to the challenge;
• Honoring and respecting all persons;
• Believing in resilience;
• Putting clients and community first;
• Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and its subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.