Registered Nurse

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Part-time Community-Based Registered Nurse to join our innovative Ascent Team (first episode psychosis), supporting individuals living with primary psychotic disorders, primarily schizophrenia. This unique role offers flexibility (three 10-hour shifts / week, Monday–Friday between 8 AM–6 PM), professional autonomy, and the opportunity to build strong, trusting relationships by meeting clients in their home environments. As part of a highly communicative and supportive team that shares a collective caseload, you'll play a key role in promoting long-term recovery through creative, person-centered care. Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, enjoy working within complex systems, and have experience supporting teens and adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. Schedule. 30 hours weekly. 0.75 FTE. Flexible schedule; 8am–6pm, Mondays–Fridays only. Requires in-person time Wednesdays, 9 : 30am–12 : 30pm. 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.

• Rate depends on language requirements for the position and the candidate's fluency. Employees will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis, equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), with a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. The annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full-time equivalency (FTE). The bilingual differential will begin once the required proficiency level is met on the agency-approved language assessment. About The Team. The Ascent Program is an evidence-based treatment modality that offers community-based support to youth and young adults for up to five years. We provide intensive wraparound mental health care to individuals aged 15-29 who are in the first 24 months of psychosis. Our program is guided by a shared decision-making approach which encompasses a multidisciplinary care team of psychiatrists, clinicians, case management, peer support, supported employment / education, and nursing. Essential Functions : Provide routine medication delivery and support to clients, caregivers / family members in the community, including administering long-acting injectable antipsychotics. Document clear and concise notes regarding patients’ condition, reaction to medication and treatments in EMR. Maintain a strong working knowledge of the core Ascent / ACT principles. Attend required (daily and / or weekly) team meetings. Provide medical support to psychiatrist. When appropriate, blood samples are collected in the community for processing. When samples cannot be collected in the community, nursing will assist client with transportation to the lab and / or coordination of care with outside agencies. Monitor clients for signs and symptoms of acute illness and for changes in long-term chronic disease. This includes routine monitoring of vital signs and key health metrics, which will be entered into the EHR. Instruct client / caregiver regarding medications and treatment instruction, tests ordered (i.e., lab orders). Educate client / caregiver on possible lifestyle changes that may be necessary to promote optimal health. Completes Prior Authorizations as required. Adheres to agency policy and procedure as well as clinic protocols. Have a good working knowledge of community resources for basic needs such as food, shelter, and clothing when applicable. Provide clients with psychosocial services to help support successful functioning in the community to include ADL’s, education, employment, family functioning, and recreation. Provide assessment for high-risk clients and when appropriate follow agency protocols for ensuing client safety. Be available to respond to crises per agency policy / protocol. This may include coordination with third parties and / or law enforcement. Be flexible with schedule which may include non-traditional hours, weekends, holidays and possible on-call. Utilize program issued cell phone during work hours for team-related issues. Staff are expected to be responsive to calls and electronic communication when scheduled to work. Coordinate with community providers for continuity of care and advocate for clients. Support the clinical functions of the program team (completing all medical orders and communicating vital patient care information to physician / prescriber). Perform nursing interventions within scope of practice, congruent with licensing. Complete required education and training in a timely manner. Provide information to credentialing, payroll, etc. in a timely manner. Perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements : Associate's in Nursing required. A bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred. Active Colorado Registered Nurse Licensure (or compact license from another state) in good standing. Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets organization's requirements. 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. 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 : 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 2 floating holidays (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 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 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.