Nurse RN - Residential Behavioral Health & Recovery

Ava Health; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ava Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for residential care in Colorado. The RN will manage medications, health monitoring, and education for clients in recovery from substance use and mental health challenges.

In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, the RN ensures safe, person-centered care, crisis intervention, and adherence to regulatory and safety standards within a high-acuity inpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Colorado and BLS/CPR certification.
• Addictions nursing certification preferred but not required.
• Prefer 2+ years of nursing in behavioral health or residential care; crisis, detox, MAT experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications including MAT, detox protocols, and psychotropic meds per orders.
• Conduct admission health assessments and monitor ongoing physical and mental health.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed.
• Educate clients on health topics, medication adherence, and wellness strategies.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and adjust treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, infection control and safety protocols.
• Advocate for clients and coordinate care with external providers.

Skills

Crisis management

Clinical judgment

Communication

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

Colorado RN license

BLS/CPR certification

Addictions nursing certification (preferred)

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Ava Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for residential care in Colorado. The RN will manage medications, health monitoring, and education for clients in recovery from substance use and mental health challenges.

In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, the RN ensures safe, person-centered care, crisis intervention, and adherence to regulatory and safety standards within a high-acuity inpatient setting.