Registered Nurse - CSU (part-time)/Day Shift

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse (2 - 12 hour shifts per month) 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 judgment, and an active RN license in good standing, along with current BLS certification.Create Your Ideal Schedule – Flexibility That Works for YouAt 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.Shift Options Include:Day Shift: 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM, varying days, some weekends requiredScheduling Expectations:This position is fully onsite/in-personPart-Time Nurses: Choose 2 (two) 12-hour shifts per week (0.6 FTE)Weekend Coverage: Minimum of 2 weekend shifts per monthHoliday Coverage: Participate in a minimum of 2–4 holiday shifts per yearWe believe in empowering our nurses with flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and supportive team environment. Whether you're balancing family, school, or personal commitments, our scheduling model is designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.Salary for this role. The starting wage is based on licensure and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.$42.7- $54.66 hourlyShift Differential Pay. The Day weekend shift differential is paid from 7 am to 3 pm on Saturdays and Sundays only; the Swing shift differential is paid from 3 pm to 11 pm; and the Overnight shift differential is paid from 11 pm - 7 amDay Weekend (Sat, Sun): $2.50Overnight Weekday (Monday - Thursday): $4.00/hourOvernight Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday): $5.00/hourSwing Weekday (Mon-Thurs): $2.75/hourSwing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $3.25/hourBilingual 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 medical and clinical functions of the medical team (completing all medical orders and communicating vital patient care information to 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.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 directivesBasic computer skills and ability to learn/utilize electronic health record.Required Vaccination and TB Test.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 negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.Benefits:Health insurance: KaiserDental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)Company paid basic life and AD&D insuranceLong-term disability coverage*403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employmentAccrued 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 10 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 ProgramVoluntary term life insuranceShort term disability**Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or moreOur 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 teamworkWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer.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 based on 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr