Ketamine Infusion Nurse - PRN | Outpatient Psychiatry

The Ketamine Infusion Nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality patient care by administering intravenous Ketamine treatments in accordance with physician protocols. This role involves performing comprehensive patient assessments, accurately calculating and administering Ketamine dosages, and closely monitoring patients throughout the infusion process to ensure their safety and comfort. The nurse will also manage the treatment environment, troubleshoot any issues that arise, and provide compassionate support to patients dealing with conditions such as major depressive disorder, PTSD, OCD, and chronic pain.

About Colorado Psychiatry Solutions

Colorado Psychiatry Solutions is the area's premier outpatient mental health practice based in Colorado Springs. We specialize in providing evidence-based, personalized care for individuals facing complex and treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions. Our mission is simple but powerful: to provide hope and healing for treatment-resistant mental health conditions.

We’re a young and dynamic company with a strong foundation and exciting opportunities for growth and cross-training. Whether you’re early in your career or looking to expand your skills, we offer a collaborative environment where initiative is valued, ideas are welcomed, and professional development is encouraged. Our multidisciplinary team includes: -A Board-Certified Psychiatrist and veteran with specialized expertise in neuropsychiatric interventions -A Chief Medical Officer who is dual board-certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine -A Director of Clinical Services focused on quality patient care and operational excellence -Experienced Registered Nurses, TMS Technicians, and Care Coordinators working side-by-side to support every step of the patient journey We value compassion, communication, and teamwork—and we’re looking for someone who shares those values to join us in transforming psychiatric care in our community.

Description

• Title: PRN Ketamine Infusion Nurse
• Primary Department Served: Nursing/Ketamine Services
• Classification Level: PRN

About Colorado Psychiatry Solutions

Colorado Psychiatry Solutions is the area’s premier outpatient mental health practice based in Colorado Springs. We specialize in providing evidence-based, personalized care for individuals facing complex and treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions. Our mission is simple but powerful: to provide hope and healing for treatment-resistant mental health conditions.

We’re a young and dynamic company with a strong foundation and exciting opportunities for growth and cross-training. Whether you’re early in your career or looking to expand your skills, we offer a collaborative environment where initiative is valued, ideas are welcomed, and professional development is encouraged.

Our multidisciplinary team includes

• A Board-Certified Psychiatrist and veteran with specialized expertise in neuropsychiatric interventions

• A Chief Medical Officer who is dual board-certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine

• A Director of Clinical Services focused on quality patient care and operational excellence

• Experienced Registered Nurses , TMS Technicians , and Care Coordinators working side-by-side to support every step of the patient journey

We value compassion, communication, and teamwork—and we’re looking for someone who shares those values to join us in transforming psychiatric care in our community.

Job Summary

The Ketamine Infusion Nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality patient care by administering intravenous Ketamine treatments in accordance with physician protocols. This role involves performing comprehensive patient assessments, accurately calculating and administering Ketamine dosages, and closely monitoring patients throughout the infusion process to ensure their safety and comfort. The nurse will also manage the treatment environment, troubleshoot any issues that arise, and provide compassionate support to patients dealing with conditions such as major depressive disorder, PTSD, OCD, and chronic pain.

Scope of

Duties

Patient Care

• Take vital signs and perform primary and focused assessments according to physician protocols and patient presentation.

• Administer intravenous Ketamine treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and patient comfort.

• Administer psychiatric rating scales and conduct assessments before treatment.

• Safely administer medication-assisted therapy injections via the prescribed route.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to patient comfort, IV accessibility, IV pumps, and treatment environment.

Compliance

• Precisely calculate dosing based on milligram to kilogram.

• Perform accurate mathematical conversions into milliliters for infusion therapy.

• Handle and log controlled substances per state and federal regulations.

• Discard biohazard and sharps waste according to state regulations.

Collaboration & Communication

• Record session notes in EHR, collaborate with physicians, and schedule patient visits.

• Communicate with a team of psychiatrists, other providers, and clinicians who oversee patient treatment at multiple office locations.

• Conduct initial and discharge consultations with patients.

Professional Development

• Attend required continuing education for the FDA-mandated Spravato REMS program and Ketamine infusion CME as deemed necessary by the CMO.

Professionalism

• Provide compassionate patient care, building trust and rapport with those struggling with conditions like major depressive disorder, PTSD, OCD, chronic pain and substance use disorders.

• Maintain professionalism by avoiding self-disclosure with patients and, unless appropriate, with staff.

• Collaborates with all mental health and medical disciplines to provide safe, high quality patient care

• Uphold Colorado Psychiatry Solutions ’ mission: "Providing hope and healing for treatment-resistant and complex neuropsychiatric conditions."

Skill

Requirements

• Maintain a professional appearance, demeanor, and compassionate, ethical patient interactions in a mental health setting

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; effective team collaboration

• Excellent work ethic and organizational skills; detail- and outcome-oriented

• Willingness to learn and adapt; ability to manage multiple tasks under stress

• Maintain strong patient boundaries, strict confidentiality, and high integrity

• Conflict resolution among staff members, patients and families

• Inventory control

• IV catheter placement and infusion administration

• Mathematical dosing and conversion calculations

Qualifications

Required

• Diploma in Practical Nursing or Associates Degree in Registered Nursing required. Bachelor's Degree is strongly preferred.

• Active CO or Compact registered nurse (RN) license

• Current CPR Certification

Preferred

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in nursing

• Experience with Google Workspace

• At least one year of experience working in behavioral health, working with patients who are suffering from common mental health disorders.

• Experience with Google Workspace

Physical

Requirements

• Full range of body motions, including manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination

• Some sitting, bending, stooping, and stretching

• Standing and walking

• Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.

• Must have adequate hearing and speaking ability to communicate with co-workers and others in person, by phone, and via online correspondence.

Colorado Psychiatry Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any protected status. Applicants may redact age-related information from resumes or application documents in accordance with Colorado POST Rules (7 CCR 1103-18).

Salary

$38 - $42 per hour