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• Provide direct nursing care, including vital sign checks, symptom management, and withdrawal monitoring.
• Perform client assessments upon admission and document findings accurately in the electronic health record system.
• Oversee urinalysis and breathalyzer tests, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with protocols.
  
  

• Administer medications as prescribed and educate clients on proper usage.
• Facilitate prescription medication refills in collaboration with medical providers.
  
  

• Act as a resource and support for Behavioral Health or Mental Health Technicians, ensuring seamless client care.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to address client needs and medical complications.
  
  

• Adhere to OSHA standards, universal precautions, and facility policies to maintain a safe environment for staff and clients.
• Monitor for contraband and enforce safety protocols.
  
  

• Respond promptly to emerging medical situations, providing first aid or seeking appropriate intervention.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral crises.

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing required.
• A valid RN or LPN license in good standing with ability to practice in the state of CO is required.

• De-escalation Techniques: Experience handling behavioral crises and utilizing therapeutic de-escalation strategies to ensure client and staff safety.
• Phlebotomy Skills: Proficiency in performing blood draws, with experience handling specimens in compliance with medical protocols.
• Mental Health & Substance Use Treatment: Previous experience in a healthcare setting working with individuals managing mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders is preferred.
• Medication Administration: Familiarity with administering and educating clients about prescription medications.
• Clinical Documentation: Competency in maintaining accurate patient records in an electronic health record system.

• Candidates applying for this position should be aware that an offer for employment in this position is contingent upon passing a comprehensive background check, encompassing criminal records and motor vehicle reports.
• A valid driver's License and clean driving history are required – Staff are expected to drive a company 15 passenger van to transport clients to and from programming activities as needed.
• We are a 24/7 facility that is open on weekends and holidays and regardless of weather conditions. Staff are expected to work their scheduled shifts unless otherwise coordinated with their direct supervisor.

• A competitive compensation and total rewards package including a meaningful salary, merit-based pay increases, and professional growth opportunities.
• A flexible PTO package that includes accrued PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing days.
• High quality medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of package options that meet your needs and majority company paid.
• A robust Employee Assistance Program: Including counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching.
• A collaborative and supportive community of therapists and team members: Fostering a positive work environment.

Sandstone Care helps teens, young adults, and their families overcome mental health and substance use challenges. We provide a full continuum of care and have treatment centers in Colorado, Illinois, Virginia, and Maryland. How We Are DifferentSandstone Care aims to drive positive lasting change in real people. We understand that you have a life, so we offer a more personal experience than you would find anywhere else.Age-Specific CareWe are age-specific, not gender-specific. We focus on the unique circumstances that teens and young adults face.Evidence-Based TherapyWe only use treatment interventions that have been scientifically proven to provide consistent, lasting recovery.Small Group SizesClients are not a number, that’s why we provide a comfortable setting where the client’s voice can be heard.Individualized Treatment PlansNo one person is the same, and neither is their recovery journey. Treatment programs are tailored to each client’s unique needs.Academic and Vocational SupportWe want clients to get the most out of life, which means doing their best in the classroom or at their job.The Family ComponentRecovery involves the entire family, so we provide support for the whole family system.