Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse - Days & Weekends

Foundry Front Range; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

CE reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Foundry Front Range in Broomfield, CO is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Front Range team. The role requires an active Colorado license and 2+ years of RN/LPN experience, with preference for psychiatric or detox exposure.

The position involves direct patient care, medication administration, and coordinating with providers. Strong charting, HIPAA compliance, and EMR proficiency are essential, along with excellent communication and ethics.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Colorado nursing license (DORA registered).
• RN, LPN diploma or degree required or preferred.
• 2+ years of clinical RN/LPN experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care including monitoring vitals and withdrawal symptoms.
• Administer medications via all routes and respond to emergencies.
• Oversee detoxification processes per Provider orders and EMR workflow.
• Maintain accurate charting per JCAHO and state regulations.
• Update service plans addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
• Educate clients on medications and extended-release therapies.

Skills

Compassionate care

HIPAA compliance

EMR proficiency

MS Office

Clinical charting

Education

Colorado nursing license

RN/LPN diploma or degree

BLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Front Range

Reports to: Nursing Manager

Job Category

Hourly | Non-Exempt | Full-Time

Salary Range

$30-$51 per hour (Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience and license)

Job Site

Foundry Front Range (Broomfield)

Work Schedule

Weekdays and weekend availability

Job Summary

The RN or LPN is responsible for assessing patient health problems, administering nursing care to patients, maintaining vital medical records, implementing nursing care plans, and advising patients on health maintenance.

Education And Experience

• Current, unrestricted nursing license in Colorado (registered with DORA).
• RN, LPN Diploma, Associates, or Bachelors in Nursing.
• 2+ years of clinical RN, LPN experience preferred.
• Psychiatric and/or substance abuse/detox experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to be compassionate to those needing and receiving services.
• Clinical charting and documentation according to JCAHO and BHA standards.
• Impeccable ethics, integrity, and patient relations skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication and management skills.
• Sound medical judgment and decision making skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must be adept at quickly learning multiple computer systems and platforms.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s EMR system.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to clients, including addressing medical concerns, monitoring vitals, and overseeing withdrawal symptoms, medication administration via all routes.
• Provide appropriate care in case of emergencies in consultation with medical providers.
• Oversee the detoxification process according to Provider’s orders.
• Supervise the monitoring of medications: obtain orders from Provider, place all orders in EMR system, verify all medications brought in, confirm medication counts weekly, order medications as needed including PRN medications, and approve PRN medications according to Provider’s parameters.
• Dispose of expired and discontinued medications and prescriptions.
• Obtain and implement physician orders.
• Obtain urine and blood samples.
• Assist with admissions: complete medical screening, aid with search of belongings, and schedule Provider to see clients.
• Keep Medical team updated about any medical issues patients may experience.
• Assist with and keep accurate charting records according to state regulations and JCAHO.
• Update service plans with medical and psychiatric areas being addressed.
• Orient client regarding any medical orders obtained, including how to use BioSound, BioMat, and AlphaStim, as well as how Vivitrol, Sublocade, Brixadi and other extended-release medications can be helpful.
• Complete extended-release and special medication patient enrollment form, follow up on prescriptions as necessary, administer injections as ordered.
• Complete detox admission/discharge summary and RTC/PHP discharge summary as indicated by level of care.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working/typing on a computer.
• Climbing stairs, walking, bending, reaching, sitting, standing, using hands, see, talk, hear.
• Exposure to a medical and clinical environment.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds at times.
• Driving in all weather conditions.

Benefits & Perks

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental and vision insurance*
• Supplemental accident and hospital indemnity coverage*
• Voluntary Term Life insurance*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly wellness reimbursement*

Financial

• Competitive salary
• Employee recognition and rewards programs
• Employee referral incentive program
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

Work/Life Perks

• Professional growth and development
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Unlimited paid time off (exempt employees) + sick days
• Paid time off policy (non-exempt employees) + sick days
• Paid holidays (exempt) or ability to earn 1.5x base hourly rate (non-exempt)
• Full-time employees

This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

$30 to $51 per hour