Adult Crisis Stabilization Center Mental Health Nurse (Overnight)

Johnson County Kansas•Shawnee, KS

About The Position

Johnson County Mental Health Center is hiring a Registered Nurse to support its newly established Adult Crisis Center, a 24-hour facility serving adults. Working with the Behavioral Health Nursing team, the nurse will also assist with admissions at the Youth Crisis Stabilization Center, which serves adolescents. The role works closely with clinicians, psychiatrists, service coordinators, and direct care staff to address clients’ individual mental health needs. The nurse provides comprehensive nursing and psychiatric care, including health assessments, medication administration and monitoring, coordination with psychiatric providers and other members of the treatment team, patient and family education, care coordination, referrals, and follow-up. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The position will remain posted until filled.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational, associate’s, or bachelor’s degree in nursing, or another nursing program that meets the requirements for Registered Nurse licensure.
Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Kansas.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Must complete Johnson County Government reference and background screening; specified criteria may vary by department or agency.

Nice To Haves

Three years of nursing experience in psychiatric inpatient or outpatient settings.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nursing services and assess individuals’ holistic needs, including family and environmental factors.
Collect and document patient health histories, record vital signs, complete health assessments and limited exams, and obtain, process, and handle lab specimens.
Manage, control, and implement medication administration programs and perform minor procedures and treatments within the designated area of specialty.
Assess psychiatric symptoms, psychosocial issues, medication side effects, potential medical problems, mental status, and possible need for treatment changes through in-person medication reviews or phone contact with patients and collateral historians.
Consult with psychiatrists in person or by phone, verify psychiatric provider orders, explain ordered changes to patients and families, and coordinate treatment changes with other providers and pertinent personnel.
Monitor patient responses to treatment and provide feedback; administer ordered intramuscular injections.
Identify and coordinate patients’ clinical needs with treatment-team members, including therapists and case managers.
Track and make available completed lab and investigative results for psychiatrists.
Administer and track clinically necessary rating scales, such as AIMS, and refer results to psychiatric providers for evaluation.
Complete and submit documentation regarding patient care and condition, and review the quality and effectiveness of services documented by other service providers.
Provide patients and families with supportive resources and educate patients about health, wellness, and daily living activities.
Develop and provide specialized health training and education to staff.
Provide case management, care coordination, referrals, and follow-up to individuals and families; evaluate outcomes and plan effectiveness and make changes as necessary.
Assist with admissions at the Youth Crisis Stabilization Center.