Jason Zimmerman
Student Nurse
Denver,CO
Summary
Dynamic mental health professional with years of experience at Colorado Mental Health Institute, skilled in crisis management, patient monitoring, and clinical documentation. Demonstrates strong skills in maintaining patient safety, supporting emotional stability, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. I am a BSN candidate graduating August 2026, seeking a nursing apprenticeship to further develop clinical skills while contributing to safe, patient-centered care. Committed to promoting dignity and independence in diverse patient populations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Dose Session Monitor
Mountain View Clinical Research
Denver, CO
01.2025 - Current
- Monitors psychedelic dosing sessions to ensure participant safety and adherence to study protocols.
- Obtains and records vital signs and observes participants for adverse events (AEs).
- Maintains a calm, therapeutic environment while supporting participants during study sessions.
- Utilizes de-escalation techniques when needed to promote safety and emotional stability.
- Documents observations and communicates clinical concerns to the research team.
- Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team including RNs, psychiatrists, and research staff.
Mental Health Clinician
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Fort Logan
Denver, CO
04.2023 - Current
- Provide direct care and supervision for patients with acute psychiatric and behavioral health conditions in an inpatient setting.
- Monitor patient safety, perform routine safety checks, and assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation.
- Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting dignity and independence.
- Observe and document patient behaviors, mood changes, and clinical concerns to communicate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams.
- Assist nurses with vital signs, patient transport, and therapeutic group activities.
- Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment by following hospital policies and behavioral health safety protocols.
Social Services Intern
Aspire3D
Loveland, CO
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted case managers in supporting clients living in subsidized housing programs to maintain eligibility requirements.
- Worked with clients on goals such as maintaining sobriety, attending medical appointments, and keeping safe living environments.
- Facilitated a smoking cessation group to promote healthier behaviors and support behavior change.
- Documented client interactions and collaborated with interdisciplinary social service teams to coordinate care and community resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Joyce University
Draper, UT08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-2023
Skills
Clinical documentation
Suicide risk assessment
Behavioral assessment
Crisis management
Multicultural competence
Team collaboration
Treatment Planning
Problem-solving aptitude
Trauma-informed care
Affiliations
- American Psychological Association
- American Nurses Association
Certification
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Basic Life Support
08-2025
Crisis Prevention Intervention
08-2025
Dose Session Monitor
Mountain View Clinical Research
01.2025 - Current
Mental Health Clinician
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Fort Logan
04.2023 - Current
Social Services Intern
Aspire3D
08.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Joyce University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Colorado State University