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Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!) - Behavioral Health - Days

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Highlands Ranch, Colorado

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a registered professional nurse who prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices.

Eligibility
Sign-on bonus

Posted Oct 13 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
Days · 12-⁠hour shifts (7am - 7:30pm) Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!) - Behavioral Health - Days Shift Hours: 12-hour shifts (7am - 7:30pm); rotating weekends required
Unit and setting
Psych · Behavioral Health
License
RN licensecurrent license to practice nursing in Colorado (or eligible to receive or renew)

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!) - Behavioral Health - Days
License
current license to practice nursing in Colorado (or eligible to receive or renew) Current license to practice nursing in Colorado (or eligible to receive or renew). Check your license
Certification
CPR certificationAfter hire · within 30 days of employment Additional Requirements: CPR certification within 30 days of employment and successful completion of training in Handle with Care.
Education
graduate of accredited School of Nursing or baccalaureate program Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or baccalaureate program.

Preferred

Experience
clinical experience in psychiatric setting Clinical experience in psychiatric setting preferred.
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

    Find residencies
  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

    Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.

    Explore new grad jobs
  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license
Why start this early?

Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.

What it pays

Against similar roles
Pays above most Colorado staff rolesColorado staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $54/hr, the middle half $39/hr to $48/hr, across 983 postings.
Pay differential
Weekdays: 3pm - 11pm: $4.00 Weekdays: 3pm - 11pm: $4.00
Night differential
Weekdays: 11pm - 7am: $5.00 Weekdays: 11pm - 7am: $5.00
Weekend differential
Weekends: 7am - 3pm: $5.00 Weekends: 7am - 3pm: $5.00
Weekend differential
Weekends: 3pm - 11pm: $6.00 Weekends: 3pm - 11pm: $6.00
Weekend differential
Weekends: 11pm - 7am: $7.00 Weekends: 11pm - 7am: $7.00
Pay differential
$1 added to base rate of pay if bilingual (must pass a language assessment; eligible to take assessment after completing first 30 days) $1 added to base rate of pay if bilingual (must pass a language assessment; eligible to take assessment after completing first 30 days)
Sign-on bonus
$10,000
Travel package
$10,000 on completion
Tuition assistance
Offered
Loan repayment
Offered
Bonus
up to $10,000 sign-on bonus Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus with commitment!with commitment
Bonus
$10,000 retention bonus for RNs Retention Bonus: This position is eligible for our retention bonus program (eligible after completion of sign-on bonus); current retention bonus for RNs is $10,000eligible after completion of sign-on bonus
Extra pay
weekdays 3pm-11pm: $4.00weekdays 3pm - 11pm
Extra pay
weekdays 11pm-7am: $5.00weekdays 11pm - 7am
Extra pay
weekends 7am-3pm: $5.00weekends 7am - 3pm
Extra pay
weekends 3pm-11pm: $6.00weekends 3pm - 11pm
Extra pay
weekends 11pm-7am: $7.00weekends 11pm - 7am
Extra pay
$1 added to base rate for bilingual RNsmust pass a language assessment

Benefits

  • Benefitstuition and educational reimbursementTuition and Educational Reimbursement Program.
  • Benefitsstudent loan repaymentStudent Loan Repayment Program.
  • Benefitschallenging and rewarding work environmentChallenging and rewarding work environment
  • Benefitscareer development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiariesCareer development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
  • Benefitscompetitive compensation and generous paid time offCompetitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
  • Benefitsmedical, dental, vision and prescription drug plansExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
More benefits (7)
  • Benefitsdiscounts on pet, automotive and homeowners insuranceDiscounts on pet insurance, automotive insurance & homeowners insurance
  • Benefits401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • BenefitsSoFi student loan refinancing programSoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
  • Tuition and Educational Reimbursement Program
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • 401(K) with company match
  • Discounted stock plan

The role and schedule

Day to day
Conduct patient assessments and develop individualized care plans Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine mental health needs and develop individualized care plans.
Day to day
Safely prepare, administer and monitor medications and treatments Safely prepare, administer and monitor results of medications and treatments.
Day to day
Accurately document and communicate patient information Accurately document and communicate of patient information.
Day to day
Provide education and support to patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options Provide education and support to patients and families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options.
Day to day
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive care and continuity of services Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and continuity of services.
Day to day
Maintain compliance with safety protocols and nursing standards in all patient interactions Maintain compliance with safety protocols and nursing standards in all patient interactions.
Hours stated
12-hour shifts (7am - 7:30pm); rotating weekends required
Weekends
rotating weekends required Shift Hours: 12-hour shifts (7am - 7:30pm); rotating weekends required
Details
86-bed acute care psychiatric hospital Highlands Behavioral Health System is an 86 bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Littleton, CO.

The workplace

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UHS
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Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, and call?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

Your fit

On your path

Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

Original listing

Posted on UHS’ careers page.

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Responsibilities

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus with commitment! Pay Range: $38.87 - $58.31 per hour RNs are eligible for generous

  • shift differentials:

Weekdays: 3pm - 11pm: $4.00 Weekdays: 11pm - 7am: $5.00 Weekends: 7am - 3pm: $5.00 Weekends: 3pm - 11pm: $6.00 Weekends: 11pm - 7am: $7.00 Retention Bonus: This position is eligible for our retention bonus program (eligible after completion of sign-on bonus); current retention bonus for RNs is $10,000 $1 added to base rate of pay if bilingual (must pass a language assessment; eligible to take assessment after completing first 30 days) Highlands Behavioral Health System is an 86 bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Littleton, CO. Highlands features individual units for adults, and seniors, and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. Website: https://highlandsbhs.com The Registered Nurse (RN) is a registered professional nurse who prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices.

What do our current nurses value at Highlands Behavioral & UHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.

Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career.

There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine mental health needs and develop individualized care plans. Safely prepare, administer and monitor results of medications and treatments. Accurately document and communicate of patient information. Provide education and support to patients and families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and continuity of services. Maintain compliance with safety protocols and nursing standards in all patient interactions.

Benefit and Reward Highlights

Tuition and Educational Reimbursement Program. Student Loan Repayment Program. Challenging and rewarding work environment Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans Discounts on pet insurance, automotive insurance & homeowners insurance 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website:benefits.uhsguest.com Shift Hours: 12-hour shifts (7am - 7:30pm); rotating weekends required Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Qualifications

Requirements

Current license to practice nursing in Colorado (or eligible to receive or renew). Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or baccalaureate program. Clinical experience in psychiatric setting preferred. Additional

Requirements

CPR certification within 30 days of employment and successful completion of training in Handle with Care. Certification training may be obtained during new hire orientation.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U. S. states, Washington, D. C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities.

Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email.

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What's around it?

In Highlands Ranch, CO

Highlands Ranch, COFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 3% above the US average

Median rent
$2,531/mo
Household income
$159,307/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Highlands Ranch, CO

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