Travel Nurse RN - Psych in Westminster, CO

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych
Location: Westminster, CO
Agency: Ambition 24Hours
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Rotating - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 7 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Ambition 24Hours to find a qualified Psych RN in Westminster, Colorado, 80003!

Ambition 24 Hours | Permanent Placement

Chief Executive Officer

Our Client | Westminster, Colorado | Full-Time Permanent | Executive Leadership

Location	Westminster, Colorado
Employment	Full-Time Permanent
Level	Executive Leadership
Salary Range	$200,000 $220,000 per annum
Bonus Eligible	Yes
Travel	Occasionally
Relocation Assistance	Available
Visa Support	Not available

THE ROLE

Our client is a 144-bed inpatient behavioral health hospital in the Denver metropolitan area, delivering a broad continuum of psychiatric care including inpatient treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. The facility operates as a joint venture with a major regional health system and is seeking an experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead its next phase of operational and strategic growth. The CEO carries full executive authority and day-to-day responsibility for hospital operations, financial performance, quality of care, regulatory compliance, and staff development. This is a direct-hire, full-time permanent role reporting to the governing body.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the governing body on the development of annual operating and capital budgets and strategic business plans; coordinate medical staff input through the Office of the Medical Director
• Manage day-to-day hospital operations to achieve objectives in patient care outcomes, fiscal management, licensure and accreditation maintenance, business development, and medical staff compliance
• Organise departmental structure, delegation, and alignment of responsibilities to meet patient care and business objectives
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, local businesses, affiliate health providers, and the surrounding community
• Appraise leadership team performance; assess competencies and provide coaching and corrective action as directed by the governing body
• Ensure staff participation in facility-wide in-service and continuing education programs, including those specific to children, adolescents, and families
• Recruit allied health professionals and psychiatrists to expand the scope of service offerings
• Manage and direct contract negotiations and compliance with the commercial payer community, including rate negotiations and new revenue generation
• Lead development of continuum of care including comprehensive outpatient services and community-based programs
• Serve as final authority for resolution of staff performance concerns and performance improvement activities
• Chair and attend periodic meetings with the governing body, medical staff, executive management team, and other hospital departments
• Maintain an effective survey readiness plan including a comprehensive auditing programme and corrective action processes
• Ensure adherence to the compliance programme including timely follow-up of reported issues, staff training, and proactive auditing
• Lead accurate Governing Board reporting and quarterly calls
• Ensure prompt, thorough follow-up of patient safety issues including system-level corrections and proactive assessment of high-risk areas
• Provide appropriate leadership and resources to support QAPI activities

REQUIREMENTS

Must-Have

• Bachelor's degree required - Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related discipline; MBA/MHA preferred
• Minimum 3 5 years' experience in a senior leadership or CEO role within a behavioral health, acute care, or managed care hospital environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead Joint Commission (JCAHO) survey readiness and compliance efforts in a behavioral health hospital setting
• Full P&L responsibility for a hospital with an annual operating budget of at least $20 million
• Proven track record leading QAPI, patient-safety initiatives, and corrective action plans in a behavioral health hospital
• Direct experience hiring, developing, and retaining clinical and medical staff including psychiatrists, nursing leaders, and therapists
• Thorough knowledge of facility administration, clinical operations, financial management, and business development

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• MBA or MHA (advanced degree)
• Behavioral health hospital start-up or expansion experience
• Joint venture leadership experience
• Marketing and community engagement expertise

About Ambition 24Hours

Earn more. Explore more. Live more.

Ambition24hours brings nearly three decades of global healthcare staffing expertise to the U.S. travel nursing market. Founded in 1996 as part of the A24 Group, we've operated as a true 24/7 agency since day one - not just a tagline, but how we work.

We connect travel nurses nationwide with assignments that match their clinical expertise and career goals. From ICU and OR specialists to Med/Surg and ER nurses, our proprietary technology and dedicated recruiters streamline every step from credentialing to placement.

Why Travel Nurses Choose Ambition24hours

• Genuine 24/7 Support: Our team responds around the clock - reach us anytime, day or
night, for immediate assistance.

• Competitive Pay Packages: Attractive rates with comprehensive benefits and transparent
communication about compensation.

• Fast-Track Credentialing: Credentialing is streamlined using the latest tech.

• Dedicated Recruiter: Your dedicated recruiter stays with you throughout every
assignment, ensuring stability and continuity.

• Nationwide Opportunities: Access assignments from metropolitan to rural facilities
across all 50 states.

• Flexible Assignment Lengths: Short-term coverage or extended contracts - we match
what works for your lifestyle.

Whether you're taking your first travel assignment or seeking your next adventure,

Ambition24hours delivers the personalized support, transparency, and professional partnership you deserve.

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