Registered Nurse II - CMHHIP

Registered Nurse II – Full Time

Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP)

100% In‑Person

Provides nursing oversight and clinical supervision for a shift in a variety of security levels. Manages nursing staff, ensures compliance with regulations, and delivers therapeutic care to patients with psychiatric and medical complexities.

• Direct, supervise, and train all nursing staff on assigned shift
• Coordinate staffing schedules, evaluate acuity, and maintain appropriate licensed staffing levels
• Implement and communicate unit policies, procedures, and changes through meetings, email, and corner‑stone rosters
• Serve as charge nurse; report injuries, absences, and safety concerns to Lead Nurse
• Provide crisis intervention, respond to emergencies, and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment
• Facilitate planning, implementation, evaluation, and revision of nursing care plans
• Ensure documentation for seclusion/ restraint, medication administration, labs, and respiratory services
• Participate in quality improvement, audit, and reporting of incidents, acuity, and QA/PI activities
• Lead orientation, training, and mentorship of new or existing staff
• Communicate with interdisciplinary teams and department leadership regarding nursing directives
• Represent the nursing department on hospital‑wide committees and work groups
• Assist in preparation for on‑site surveys and accreditation documentation
• Perform administrative oversight for nursing personnel during the shift
• Report and follow up on any safety or nursing concerns promptly
• Additional duties as assigned

• Valid RN license from the Colorado Board of Nursing or a state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
• Minimum of 2 years of professional RN experience
• Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, State Board of Nursing standards, and regulatory agencies

• Demonstrated ability to apply the nursing process to provide adequate patient care
• Experience in high‑acuity and security‑level settings
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and training skills
• Dependable, responsible, and adaptable with a strong work ethic
• Prior experience in Colorado or experience with the eNLC

• Strong observation skills – able to see and hear to address safety concerns
• Ability to work in assaultive or restraint situations
• Physical ability to lift up to 50+ pounds on occasion

• Full background check (CBI, FBI, Colorado Court Database, Medicare Fraud Database, TRAILS)
• CAPS check for vulnerable adults
• Work various shifts; must report immediately to provide essential services
• Pass all modules of CMHHIP New Employee Orientation and Defensive Tactics
• Must maintain physical fitness to perform defensive tactics, CPR, and emergency response
• TB screening, annual influenza vaccination, and required state vaccinations

• Retirement benefits: PERA Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution Plan, 401(k), 457
• Medical, dental, and Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Employee Wellness program, work‑life programs, and flexible schedules
• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
• Possible eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.