You'll conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized care plans in consultation with a multidisciplinary team.
Eligibility
Psych
Posted Jun 18
Shift and hours
Nights Shift(s) available: night shift
Unit and setting
Psych Registered Nurse - Behavioral HealthBehavioral health patients
License
RN license Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse licenseActive, unencumbered RN license
Term
Permanent Job types available: full timeFull time
Do you qualify?
License
Active, unencumbered RN licenseActive and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
Education
BSN or higher from an accredited programBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher educational attainment from an accredited program
Experience
1+ years behavioral health experience1+ years experience working in a behavioral health setting, preferably in an inpatient or outpatient environment
Also asks
Strong understanding of psychotropic medications and their side effectsStrong understanding of psychotropic medications, their side effects, and proper administration protocols
Also asks
Patient confidentiality and ANA ethical standardsDemonstrated ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards as outlined by the American Nurses Association (ANA)
Preferred
Experience
Experience in intake, counseling, PTSD, or suicide and self-harm risk assessment
What it pays
Against similar roles
In range for Colorado staff rolesColorado staff postings that state pay run $67k/yr to $108k/yr, the middle half $82k/yr to $99k/yr, across 1,229 postings.
Bonus
Sign-on bonus offeredOffers sign on bonus
Benefits
BenefitsMedical, dental and vision coverageHealthcare coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision
BenefitsPaid time offPaid Time Off
BenefitsTuition assistanceTuition Assistance
BenefitsLife insuranceLife Insurance
BenefitsRetirement planRetirement Plan
Sign-on bonus
More benefits (8)
401(k)
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
PTO
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
The role and schedule
Day to day
Group therapy sessions and educational workshopsFacilitate group therapy sessions and educational workshops on topics related to mental health and well-being
Day to day
Medication administration and side-effect monitoringAdminister medications as prescribed and monitor for efficacy and potential side effects
Day to day
Emotional and psychological support for patients and familiesProvide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, using evidence-based therapeutic communication techniques
Day to day
Discharge planning and aftercare supportCollaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to patient care, including discharge planning and aftercare support
Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Denver, CO area for the following position: Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Behavioral health, Counseling, Intake, Medication side effects, PTSD, Psychosomatic Medication Interactions, Suicide and self harm risk assessment, or Therapeutic nurse/patient relationship.
Shift(s) available: night shift
Job types available: full time
Employer features: Best Places to Work recognition, Community hospital, Cross training, Health Insurance, Level 2 trauma center, Level 3 trauma center, Life Insurance, Magnet recognized, Nurse self-care program , Offers sign on bonus, PTO, Retirement Plan
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher educational attainment from an accredited program
Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
1+ years experience working in a behavioral health setting, preferably in an inpatient or outpatient environment
Strong understanding of psychotropic medications, their side effects, and proper administration protocols
Demonstrated ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards as outlined by the American Nurses Association (ANA)
Responsibilities
Conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized care plans in consultation with a multidisciplinary team
Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for efficacy and potential side effects
Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, using evidence-based therapeutic communication techniques
Facilitate group therapy sessions and educational workshops on topics related to mental health and well-being
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to patient care, including discharge planning and aftercare support
Neighborhoods+Nurses and relocating professionals frequently target historic Downtown Littleton for its walkable streets and proximity to independent eateries, or established enclaves like Columbine West, known for mature trees, wide roads, and proximity to Clement Park. Further west against the foothills, Ken Caryl Valley offers townhomes and larger single-family layouts with extensive private trail systems, while Grant Ranch features a master-planned community with a private lake and clubhouse. Newer master-planned communities like Sterling Ranch in the southwest corridor provide modern builds, contrasting with character properties and mid-century renovations nearer to Main Street.
Nurses and relocating professionals frequently target historic Downtown Littleton for its walkable streets and proximity to independent eateries, or established enclaves like Columbine West, known for mature trees, wide roads, and proximity to Clement Park. Further west against the foothills, Ken Caryl Valley offers townhomes and larger single-family layouts with extensive private trail systems, while Grant Ranch features a master-planned community with a private lake and clubhouse.
Newer master-planned communities like Sterling Ranch in the southwest corridor provide modern builds, contrasting with character properties and mid-century renovations nearer to Main Street.
Getting around+Littleton sits along Denver's southwestern edge, primarily relying on Santa Fe Drive (US-85) and Broadway as primary north-south conduits, while the C-470 loop wraps around the southern and western perimeters to connect toward I-25 and the Denver Tech Center. While local travel within the suburb averages under twenty-five minutes, heading north into central Denver or major regional medical centers can see peak congestion along Santa Fe and regional arteries. Compared to eastern neighbors like Centennial, Littleton has fewer redundant direct highway arteries heading straight into central Denver, making proximity to transit nodes or C-470 advantageous.
Littleton sits along Denver's southwestern edge, primarily relying on Santa Fe Drive (US-85) and Broadway as primary north-south conduits, while the C-470 loop wraps around the southern and western perimeters to connect toward I-25 and the Denver Tech Center. While local travel within the suburb averages under twenty-five minutes, heading north into central Denver or major regional medical centers can see peak congestion along Santa Fe and regional arteries.
Compared to eastern neighbors like Centennial, Littleton has fewer redundant direct highway arteries heading straight into central Denver, making proximity to transit nodes or C-470 advantageous.
Outdoors+Littleton provides direct access to expansive recreation, encompassing over 1,400 acres of green space and 200 miles of trails. The High Line Canal trail and South Platte River path offer miles of paved and gravel walking and cycling routes, while nearby Chatfield State Park supports boating, camping, and watersports. Local recreation hubs like Clement Park and the botanical grounds of Hudson Gardens and Events Center offer open space, walking trails, and outdoor community programming against the Front Range foothills.
Littleton provides direct access to expansive recreation, encompassing over 1,400 acres of green space and 200 miles of trails. The High Line Canal trail and South Platte River path offer miles of paved and gravel walking and cycling routes, while nearby Chatfield State Park supports boating, camping, and watersports.
Local recreation hubs like Clement Park and the botanical grounds of Hudson Gardens and Events Center offer open space, walking trails, and outdoor community programming against the Front Range foothills.
Littleton offers healthcare professionals a rare blend of independent small-town charm and immediate Front Range foothill access, positioned roughly ten miles south of downtown Denver. Rather than blending into generic suburban sprawl, the city centers around a genuine historic Main Street filled with local staples like Palenque, independent coffee shops, and live theater at the Town Hall Arts Center. Outdoor-focused shift workers thrive here, with immediate access to 200 miles of regional trails along the High Line Canal, water sports at Chatfield State Park, and gatherings at the Farm House at Breckenridge Brewery campus.
Residential options span from turn-of-the-century bungalows near the center to mid-century properties in Columbine West and amenity-rich neighborhoods like Grant Ranch and Ken Caryl Valley. The principal tradeoff lies in transit geography: Santa Fe Drive and C-470 serve as the primary corridors, and commuting north toward central Denver or navigating peak hospital shift changes can feel bottlenecked compared to communities hugging the I-25 corridor. Nevertheless, for nurses wanting safe neighborhoods, top-tier schools, and a tight-knit community feel, Littleton remains a standout Front Range destination.
