Registered Nurse - Inpatient and Crisis Services

allhealth network logo; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $6/hr

Bilingual compensation 10%

24/7 crisis center

Job summary

AllHealth Network is seeking a Behavioral Health Crisis Center Registered Nurse (RN) to provide immediate and comprehensive care for individuals in psychiatric, behavioral health, substance use, and medical crises at our 24/7 Acute Care Campus.

The role emphasizes crisis stabilization, triage, admissions, and coordination of care, with strong clinical judgment and therapeutic communication. Shift differentials apply, including bilingual compensation for English/Spanish language proficiency.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Strong assessment, triage, and clinical decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage both psychiatric and medical presentations in an acute care environment.
• Excellent communication, crisis intervention, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments for individuals presenting in crisis.
• Review referrals and determine admission appropriateness.
• Provide telephone and in-person triage for emergent and walk-in presentations.
• Complete nurse-to-nurse reports and ensure effective patient handoffs.
• Monitor patient status, vital signs, and response to treatment interventions.
• Provide therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques.
• Assess and monitor suicide risk, aggression, withdrawal symptoms, and other psychiatric concerns.
• Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary team members to determine appropriate treatment and placement.
• Deliver trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care for individuals with co-occurring conditions.
• Utilize standardized withdrawal assessment tools (SEWS, COWS).
• Perform nursing assessments, health screenings, and medication reviews.
• Obtain laboratory specimens and point-of-care testing.
• Recognize and respond to acute medical emergencies.
• Coordinate medical clearance and communicate findings to the treatment team.
• Administer medications and provide ongoing clinical monitoring.
• Perform laboratory testing and point-of-care diagnostics following protocols.
• Enter and verify laboratory orders in EMR; maintain quality control and regulatory compliance.
• Support accreditation readiness and regulatory adherence.
• Facilitate admissions across Acute Care Campus programs.
• Coordinate care transitions and bed placement.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and resources.
• Ensure timely, accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

RN license

Assessment & triage

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Collaboration

Job description

Behavioral Health Crisis Center Registered Nurse (RN)

Acute Care Campus | AllHealth Network

Pay Rate: $40 to $48 an hour
Shift Differentials Available:

$6/hrshift differential for hours worked between 5pm and 7am and all day on Saturdays and Sundays

AllHealth Network also provides a10% compensation differentialfor individuals who are bilingual in English and Spanish (language proficiency testing required).

About AllHealth Network

At AllHealth Network, we are committed to delivering high-quality behavioral health and integrated care services to our community. We value compassion, collaboration, integrity, and innovation while fostering an environment where employees can build meaningful careers and make a difference every day.

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Crisis Center Registered Nurse (RN) provides immediate and comprehensive care for individuals experiencing psychiatric, behavioral health, substance use, and medical crises. This position serves as a key member of the Acute Care Campus team and is responsible for assessment, triage, crisis stabilization, admissions, medical screening, and coordination of care across multiple service lines.

The ideal candidate combines strong clinical judgment with exceptional therapeutic communication skills and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, 24/7 crisis setting caring for individuals with both behavioral health and medical needs.

What You'll Do

Assessment & Triage

• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments for individuals presenting in crisis.
• Review referrals and clinical information to determine admission appropriateness.
• Provide telephone and in-person triage for emergent and walk-in presentations.
• Complete nurse-to-nurse reports and ensure effective patient handoffs.
• Monitor patient status, vital signs, and response to treatment interventions.

Crisis Stabilization & Behavioral Health Care

• Provide therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques.
• Assess and monitor suicide risk, aggression, withdrawal symptoms, and other psychiatric concerns.
• Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary team members to determine appropriate treatment and placement.
• Deliver trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care for individuals with co-occurring conditions.
• Utilize standardized withdrawal assessment tools, including SEWS and COWS.

Medical Care & Nursing Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments, health screenings, and medication reviews.
• Obtain laboratory specimens and complete point-of-care testing.
• Recognize and respond to acute medical emergencies.
• Coordinate medical clearance and communicate findings to the treatment team.
• Administer medications and provide ongoing clinical monitoring.

Laboratory & Diagnostic Services

• Perform laboratory testing and point-of-care diagnostics following established protocols.
• Enter and verify laboratory orders and document results accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Maintain quality control, calibration records, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Support accreditation readiness and adherence to state and federal regulations.

Admissions & Care Coordination

• Facilitate admissions across Acute Care Campus programs.
• Coordinate care transitions and support efficient patient flow throughout the campus.
• Monitor unit census and collaborate on optimal bed placement.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and community resources.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Strong assessment, triage, and clinical decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage both psychiatric and medical presentations in an acute care environment.
• Excellent communication, crisis intervention, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, emergency, or crisis nursing.
• Experience working with patients experiencing substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions.
• Experience performing laboratory draws, EKGs, and point-of-care testing.

Why Join AllHealth Network?

• Make an immediate impact helping individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.
• Work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing learning.
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
• Shift differentials and additional incentive opportunities available.

Work Environment

This position is based within AllHealth Network's 24/7 Behavioral Health Crisis Center and Acute Care Campus. Team members work with individuals presenting with psychiatric emergencies, substance use concerns, and co-occurring medical conditions in a dynamic, fast-paced clinical environment requiring strong teamwork, flexibility, and clinical expertise.