Registered Nurse

Griffith Centers; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: $45-$55/hour

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Colorado Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Griffith Centers in Colorado Springs is seeking a dedicated part-time Registered Nurse to join our adult services team. You will provide direct nursing care, administer medications, monitor health, and respond to emergencies in a community-based setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Colorado RN license and CPR/First Aid Instructor certification (within 90 days of hire) and can serve as a QMAP instructor under Griffith Centers’ CDPHE-approved program.

Qualifications

• Current, active, and unrestricted Colorado RN license.
• CPR/First Aid Instructor certification (must obtain within 90 days of hire if not held at time of hire).
• Ability to serve as QMAP Qualified Instructor under Griffith Centers’ CDPHE-approved ATE (RN licensure satisfies the instructor eligibility requirement).
• Behavioral safety training certification (Safety Care or equivalent) within 60 days of hire and maintained annually per state/federal requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, clinical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Must meet physical demands of the role, including lifting, transferring, and assisting individuals with ADLs.
• Ability and willingness to respond to after-hours medical emergencies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care, including medication administration, treatments, first aid, and emergency response.
• Monitor member health status, manage chronic and acute medical needs, and respond to changes in condition.
• Complete nursing assessments, prior authorizations, individualized healthcare plans, and required nursing documentation.
• Maintain accurate medical records, MARs, progress notes, and incident reports.
• Train and support staff on medical protocols, medication administration, emergency response, infection control, and other health-related topics.
• Supervise and provide nursing oversight to direct care staff to ensure safe, appropriate, and person-centered services.
• Collaborate with families, guardians, providers, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Conduct medical audits and support compliance with all applicable state, agency, and accreditation standards.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Colorado RN license

CPR/First Aid Instructor certification

QMAP Instructor eligibility

Tools

Therap

Job description

About Griffith Centers PASAGriffith Centers' PASA program is seeking a dedicated and compassionate part-time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our adult services team at our Colorado Springs location. Griffith Centers is committed to supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, including those who are behaviorally challenged and or medically fragile. Our mission is to encourage members to develop and express their unique potential, focusing on capability rather than disability.What We Offer:Competitive Pay: $45-$55/hourParticipation in our 403b retirement planPaid time off and Colorado Sick LeaveEmployee Assistance Program - available to employee and family members.Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualifying EmployeeWhat You’ll DoProvide direct nursing care, including medication administration, treatments, first aid, and emergency response.Monitor member health status, manage chronic and acute medical needs, and respond to changes in condition.Complete nursing assessments, prior authorizations, individualized healthcare plans, and required nursing documentation.Maintain accurate medical records, medication administration records (MARs), progress notes, and incident reports.Train and support staff on medical protocols, medication administration, emergency response, infection control, and other health-related topics.Supervise and provide nursing oversight to direct care staff to ensure safe, appropriate, and person-centered services.Collaborate with families, guardians, providers, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.Conduct medical audits and support compliance with all applicable state, agency, and accreditation standards.Who You AreYou’ll thrive in this role if you are:A strong communicator who enjoys building relationships with diverse individuals and employers.Adaptable, organized, and able to work independently in a community-based environment.Mission-driven and passionate about supporting people to achieve competitive, integrated employment.Qualifications:Required:Current, active, and unrestricted Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) licenseCPR/First Aid Instructor certification (must obtain within 90 days of hire if not held at time of hire)Ability to serve as QMAP Qualified Instructor under Griffith Centers’ CDPHE-approved ATE (RN licensure satisfies the instructor eligibility requirement)Behavioral safety training certification in Griffith Centers’ PASA-approved program (Safety Care or equivalent; must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained annually per state and federal requirements governing behavior intervention plan implementation)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational, clinical, and interpersonal skillsAbility to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary teamMust meet physical demands of the role, including lifting, transferring, and assisting individuals with ADLsAbility and willingness to respond to after-hours medical emergencies as neededPreferred:Experience working with adults with I/DDKnowledge of HCPF, CDPHE, and Specialized Habilitation regulationsKnowledge of Therap (or willingness to learn)Work Schedule:Monday–Thursday, typically 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. After-hours availability required on an as-needed basis in the event of a member medical emergency. Routine evenings, weekends, and holidays are not expected.Why Griffith Centers?Impact: Help individuals build meaningful careers and greater independence.Growth: Gain experience with evidence-based practices like IPS Supported Employment.Community: Work alongside a mission-driven team that values collaboration and compassion.Support: Access ongoing training, supervision, and professional development.Equal Employment Opportunity: Griffith Centers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.ADA Compliance: If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact at [e-mail]-Free Workplace: As a federal contractor Griffith Centers maintains a policy of a drug-free workplace. Candidates for employment must pass a drug screen, and all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing.Employment with Griffith Centers is \"at-will.\" Except as may be required by state law, employment with Griffith Centers is at-will, meaning that either you or Griffith Centers may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject only to applicable law. All employees may be subject to an initial evaluation period of approximately 90 days; however, this initial evaluation does not guarantee any term of employment, and the employer may exercise the right to end their work relationship with the company for any reason. Completion of the introductory period does not alter the at-will nature of employment.