Health Solutions West·Grand Junction, Colorado
The Registered Nurse provides intensive, recovery-based treatment as part of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. Responsibilities include managing medication systems, assessing client health, and coordinating care with external providers.
Work collaboratively as part of the ACT Team in order to provide comprehensive care that meets the individual needs of each client enrolled in ACT. Assess client health daily and respond appropriately to any noted concerns (i.e. medication side effects, withdrawal symptoms, general health changes, etc. Monitor client use of medications, changes in medications, and assess for efficacy, safety, and/or side effects of medications. Collaborate with all providers involved with client’s health care and provide feedback to providers as needed. Link client to appropriate healthcare providers or specialists and follow-up with all referrals and recommendations. Provide health and wellness education to the client, the client’s supports, and other ACT Team staff members. Participate in the formal training and development process with administrative staff and consultants as well as ongoing professional development and continuing education. Attend daily team meetings, individual supervision, and group supervision as scheduled. Initiate and maintain relationships with community resources, outside human service agencies, and other stakeholders as needed. Commit to ensuring fidelity to the ACT model and ongoing quality improvement efforts. Complete all required documentation accurately and on time. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skill & Ability (include materials and equipment directly used): Ability to quickly develop rapport with individuals to perform essential nursing duties and resolve crisis situations as necessary. Ability to assess individual’s potential for dangerousness to self, to others and/or grave disability. Ability to collaborate and communicate successfully with hospital staff and external customers. Ability to appropriately and immediately document interactions with patients and potential patients. Maintain the confidentiality of all patient information per HIPAA regulations, federal and state law, and facility policies and procedures. CPR/First Aid Certification required (training for certification is available). CPI Training/Certification required. Must have ability to perform duties required by CPI training to provide verbal de-escalation and physical and mechanical restraints if necessary (Training for certification will be provided). Working knowledge of Windows based computer applications to include Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Internet access. Ability to operate standard office equipment including calculator, copy machine, fax and multi-line telephone. Interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external customers. Ability to organize and prioritize workload in a sometimes-hectic environment with frequent interruptions. Ability to respond to client needs using a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approach. Comfortable working with clients diagnosed with severe and persistent mental health disorders in a variety of office, home, and community-based settings. Ability to function as an integral part of the collective treatment team. Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations, laws and standards with regard to behavioral health treatment services. Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients, family members, colleagues, and professional contacts. Ability to plan and prioritize work and meet the Agency’s performance, quality assurance and productivity standards. Commitment to maintain the fidelity and integrity of ACT throughout all phases of development, implementation, and practice. Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand or kneel and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop. Must have ability to sit for longer periods of time at a computer. May be exposed to stressful situations that involve enraged, distraught and/or intoxicated individuals with possible mental disorders. Possible potential for exposure to communicable disease. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Travel Local travel within the service delivery area is required as many ACT services are provided in community-based settings Travel to trainings as required Must already be authorized to work in the US; sponsorships not available. Qualifications
Candidates must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Colorado and have graduated from an accredited nursing school. Two years of experience in a psychiatric setting is preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Market context
Registered Nurse positions in Colorado typically stay competitive because employers look for licensed nurses who can work across diverse patient populations, and behavioral health experience can strengthen an application. This role stands out for requiring a current Colorado RN license and at least 2 years of clinical nursing experience, with a BSN and behavioral health background preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save time on the original posting.