Registered Nurse - OP Adult Intensive Services (62102)

Registered Nurse - OP Adult Intensive Services

Salary Range $36.56 - $44.00 Hourly Position Type 1 FTE (40hrs/wk, benefited) Job Shift Fully In-Person/On-Site Education Level BSN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Description

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a compassionate and driven Full-Time Registered Nurse to join our Adult Intensive Services team, working five 8-hour weekday shifts (MondayFriday, 8:30 AM5:00 PM) while making a meaningful impact in the lives of adults experiencing severe and persistent mental illness and substance use disorders. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, client-centered nursing care within a dynamic division that provides daily, specialized support while helping individuals maintain vital connections to their families and communities. You'll thrive in a collaborative yet autonomous environment, partnering with multidisciplinary teams and navigating complex systems to support recovery and stability. The ideal candidate brings strong clinical skills, adaptability, and a passion for working with high-acuity populations, with preferred experience supporting adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to apply your expertise while being part of a mission-driven team, AMHR offers a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and make a lasting difference.

Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on licensure and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.

• $36.56 - $44.00 hourly

Bilingual Language Differential Pay. Employees who successfully pass a language assessment are eligible to receive bilingual differential pay. This differential is provided as a fixed amount of $3,000 per calendar year, paid on a bi?weekly basis across 26 pay periods, and prorated based on hire date and full?time equivalency (FTE). Eligibility and payment are subject to the language requirements of the position and the employee's demonstrated proficiency in the language.

Essential Functions:

• Support the clinical functions of the medical team (completing all medical orders and communicating vital patient care information to physician/prescriber).
• Perform nursing interventions for which an RN has been trained.
• Observe, identify and monitor condition of patient, including changes in symptoms, and relates same to appropriate members of the treatment team.
• Administer injections and medications, as required.
• 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.
• In a timely manner, accurately and completely chart interventions, lab results, medications dispensed and all activities related to patient interactions according to organization's procedures.
• Complete required education and training in a timely manner.
• Provide information to credentialing, payroll, etc. in a timely manner.
• Monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the client's care team.

Qualifications

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.
• Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• 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 Vaccinations and TB Test. AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and receive a negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of the flu vaccination and a negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested.

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 1 floating holiday (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• The company observes 11 designated holidays each year. Exception: Employees working in 24/7 programs or facilities are scheduled to work their regular shifts if the holiday falls on their scheduled workday. In these cases, employees will receive their regular pay for hours worked plus holiday pay.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

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

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

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.

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and 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.