Lead Nurse

Pathway Family Services LLC • Topeka, KS

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Pathway Family Services is seeking a full-time Lead Nurse for its residential treatment facility in Topeka, Kansas. The Lead Nurse leads healthcare professionals who oversee and plan for the physical well-being of children and adolescents receiving residential behavioral health treatment. The role includes providing nursing care to youth who have experienced trauma, ensuring assessments are completed and medication-management orders are fulfilled, and educating children and families about their care. The Lead Nurse and team coordinate and complete health appointments, including appointments with in-house medication providers, and ensure documentation complies with federal, state, and program requirements.

This is an in-office position. The schedule is flexible and determined in collaboration with facility administration so the team can cover the needs of a 24/7 residential facility. The role calls for a compassionate, trauma-informed approach and collaboration with clients, families, and team members. Candidates must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Kansas.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the state of Kansas.
• Must be at least 21 years old and at least three years older than the oldest resident.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet agency underwriting standards when driving an agency or personal vehicle to transport clients.
• Must have valid driver's insurance.
• Must be eligible for credentialing with Kansas Medicaid for billing needs.
• Must complete a Predictive Index assessment as part of the application process.

Nice To Haves

• Supervision experience is preferred.
• Compassionate, eager to continue learning, and interested in helping families build on their strengths and connect with community resources.
• Willingness to use a trauma-informed approach while collaborating with clients, families, and other team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of healthcare professionals providing oversight and treatment planning for the physical well-being of children and adolescents in residential behavioral health treatment.
• Provide nursing care to children who are working to overcome trauma.
• Ensure assessments are completed and medication-management orders are fulfilled.
• Educate children and families about the care they are receiving.
• Coordinate and complete health appointments, including appointments with in-house medication providers.
• Ensure documentation meets federal, state, and program requirements.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 25 days of personal leave in the first year of employment.
• Longevity bonus.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement savings plans with employer contributions.
• Career development and continued education opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and certifications.
• Employee wellness programs and resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed