Registered Nurse; part-time - Crisis Stabilization Unit

Overview

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking part‑time Registered Nurses to join our Crisis team. The Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) is a 24‑hour, 16‑bed facility providing intensive behavioral health crisis intervention for up to five days. Our multidisciplinary team includes Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, RNs, LPNs, Medical Assistants, Therapists, Case Managers, Milieu Counselors, and Peer Support Specialists. The position offers generous shift differentials and benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for dedicated nursing professionals.

The Registered Nurse will deliver exceptional clinical care for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use crises, with a focus on person‑centered, compassionate treatment. The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, collaborative, and experienced in psychiatric nursing, with excellent de‑escalation skills, sound clinical judgment, and an active RN license in good standing, along with current BLS certification.

At our 24/7 care facility, we understand that life doesn’t always fit into a rigid schedule. That’s why we offer self‑scheduling for our nursing team—giving you the freedom to choose shifts that best suit your lifestyle while ensuring consistent, high‑quality care for our clients.

Day

Shifts:

6:30 AM – 7:00 PM and 8:30 AM – 9:00 PM

• This position is fully onsite/in‑person
• Part‑Time Nurses:
  Choose 2 (two) 12‑hour shifts per week (0.6 FTE)
• Weekend Coverage:
  Minimum of 2 weekend shifts per month
• Holiday Coverage:
  Participate in a minimum of 2–4 holiday shifts per year

We believe in empowering our nurses with flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and supportive team environment. Whether you're balancing family, school, or personal commitments, our scheduling model is designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

$2,400 Sign‑On Bonus Available! Sign‑on Bonus not eligible for internal employees and re‑hired employees within 90 days from separation. Sign‑on Bonus is based on part‑time (24 hours/week). Prorated if fewer than 24 hours/week. Paid in two installments: 50% on the first paycheck, 50% on the paycheck following the 6‑month anniversary.

The starting wage is based on licensure and company equity. Paid bi‑weekly.

• $36.56 – $44.00 hourly

The Day weekend shift differential is paid from 7am to 3pm on Saturdays and Sundays only; the Swing shift differential is paid from 3pm to 11pm; and the Overnight shift differential is paid from 11pm to 7am.

• Day Weekend (Sat, Sun): $2.50/hour
• Overnight Weekday (Monday–Thursday): $4.00/hour
• Overnight Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday): $5.00/hour
• Swing Weekday (Mon–Thurs): $2.75/hour
• Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $3.25/hour

Rate depends on language requirements for the position and the candidate's fluency.

• Employees will receive scheduled earnings on a bi‑weekly basis, equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), with a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. The annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full‑time equivalency (FTE). The bilingual differential will begin once the required proficiency level is met on the agency‑approved language assessment.

• Support the medical and clinical functions of the medical team (completing all medical orders and communicating vital patient care information to the physician/prescriber).
• Screen potential clients for admission and adhere to admission criteria. This may include testing for COVID‑19.
• Complete nursing assessments of clients upon admission.
• Document clear and concise notes regarding patients’ condition, reaction to medication, and treatments in EMR.
• Perform nursing interventions within the scope of practice, congruent with licensing.
• Contribute to the development of the treatment planning process as it relates to medical needs and concerns.
• Provide educational support surrounding medications and self‑administration.
• Provide coordination and support to program staff and clients.
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