Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health®; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 53,933 - 72,806; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement package

Tuition assistance

Well-being programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) at Denver Springs in Englewood, Colorado, to provide high-quality care in a behavioral health setting. Responsibilities include administering care, coordinating nursing for patients with substance abuse issues, and ensuring patient safety.

Qualifications include a current RN license, nursing program graduate, and at least one year of experience. The position offers flexible shifts with a pay range of $39.15 to $52.85 per hour along with comprehensive benefits including tuition assistance and a 401(k) retirement package.

Qualifications

• Current RN license from the State Board of Nursing.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Previous experience in psychiatric healthcare.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care to ill or injured patients.
• Coordinate general and psychiatric nursing care.
• Ensure patient safety at all times.
• Follow medical orders and initiate treatment planning.

Skills

Compassionate care

Nursing care administration

Observation and delegation

Flexible hours

Education

Current RN license

Accredited nursing program graduate

Tools

Basic Life Support certification

Handle with Care (HWC)

Job description

Overview

Denver Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high‑quality, compassionate care in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care and direct care to ill or injured patients.
• Coordinate and deliver general and psychiatric nursing care for patients hospitalized with substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or emotional disorders.
• Assume direct responsibility for observation, delegation, and leadership of unit staff and patients.
• Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team, supporting the organization’s philosophy of care.
• Ensure patient safety and well‑being at all times.
• Follow medical orders and initiate and follow treatment planning, while acting as patient advocate.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered RN license from the State Board of Nursing.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health‑care facility; experience with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, or geriatric patients preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification and Handle with Care (HWC) within 30 days.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

Schedule & Compensation

Schedule: 3×12/4×10/5×8 shifts with days (7 a.m.–7 p.m.), nights (7 p.m.–7 a.m.), rotating weekends, and on‑call duties. Pay range: $39.15–$52.85 per hour.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Life, accident, critical‑illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Well‑being programs: free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEO Statement

Denver Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Denver Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.