Registered Nurse - CSU PRN (63451)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking flexible, PRN Registered Nurses to join our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) team and provide compassionate care during available shifts. The CSU is a 24-hour, 16-bed facility offering intensive behavioral health crisis intervention for up to five days, supported by a multidisciplinary team of Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, RNs, LPNs, Medical Assistants, Therapists, Case Managers, Milieu Counselors, and Peer Support Specialists. As a CSU RN, you will deliver high-quality, person-centered clinical care to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use crises, using strong de-escalation skills, sound clinical judgment, and a trauma-informed approach. Candidates must hold an active RN license in good standing and current BLS certification. This PRN role offers shift differentials with opportunities to pick up Day (6:30 am–7:00 pm), Mid (8:00 am–8:30 pm), and NOC (6:30 pm–7:00 am) shifts. The ideal nurse is collaborative, self-motivated, and committed to providing hope and healing in moments of crisis.

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

• $42.7- $54.66 hourly
• PRN Pay Differential: In addition to the base hourly rate, PRN employees receive a 10% PRN pay differential. This additional compensation recognizes the flexibility required of PRN staff and their availability to cover shifts on an as-needed basis, including unexpected.

PRN Availability. This PRN role requires availability to complete initial in-person orientation and training during the scheduled onboarding week (Tuesday - Thursday), followed by up to eight (8) paid training shifts within the first two months, scheduled based on operational needs. To remain active in PRN status, employees are expected to work at least two shifts per month, with each shift lasting a minimum of five (5) hours, unless otherwise approved.

Shift 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 am

• 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

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.