Nurse LPN/RN Crisis Center (Evenings)
About The Position
The Crisis Center Nurse provides compassionate, professional nursing care to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises at a Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC) and/or Youth Behavioral Health Urgent Care (YBHUC). Working with an interdisciplinary team, the nurse helps ensure patient safety, coordinate care, and educate patients and families. The role includes direct patient care, patient education, and virtual nursing support to other Behavioral Health Crisis Centers as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., for 40 hours per week. A $6,000 retention bonus is offered to nurses, paid according to the bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Practical nursing certificate required, or an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
- At least one year of psychiatric experience.
- LPN, RN, or graduate nurse status required; a graduate nurse must pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation.
- Ability to remain calm and compassionate when working with individuals who may be agitated or in distress.
- Clear and effective communication with patients, families, and team members.
- Ability to balance professionalism and empathy in high-pressure situations.
- Flexibility, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to providing care that inspires hope and promotes wellness.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a hospital or acute care setting.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing assessments, take vital signs, and deliver daily care to patients in crisis.
- Administer and manage medications, including injections, and perform controlled substance counts.
- Educate patients and families about health, wellness, and medication use.
- Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
- Coordinate care with physicians, psychiatrists, hospitals, pharmacies, and community partners.
- Provide virtual nursing support to other Behavioral Health Crisis Centers as needed.
- Support and mentor team members while maintaining professional nursing standards.
Benefits
- $6,000 retention bonus for nurses, paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
