Nurse - LPN or RN, Fulltime Nights (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 7pm-7am)

Brightli•Columbia, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Make a meaningful difference and join the Behavioral Crisis Center in Columbia, Missouri! The Nurse position is responsible for providing nursing services to clients/patients in our 24/7 Behavioral Crisis Center. The Nurse position offers… - All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more. - Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits. - Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost. - Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay. - Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement.

Requirements

Current RN (Registered Nurse) license in Missouri.
Current LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) license in Missouri.
Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.
Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

Perform all appropriate nursing assessments per service line requirements, utilizing a high level of clinical competence.
Evaluate the client/patient’s physical condition and the need for services.
Complete required screenings, record the client/patient’s initial medical histories and vital signs; coordinate any required action planning based on results.
Monitor the health status of the client/patient during services provided.
Work with the treatment team to coordinate care based on client/patient needs.
Create action plans for client/patient based on physical and mental health in regards to treatment needs.
Oversee infectious disease control, client/patient hygiene, and related client & facility health issues, under the supervision of nursing leadership.
Provide disease prevention, risk reduction, and other health education as needed.
Arrange medical appointments for client/patients dealing with medical conditions that occur during treatment and manage medical emergencies, such as accidental injuries and/or drug reactions.
Consult with a physician/advanced practice provider as necessary or advocate for medical services through managed care organizations.
Arrange or monitor special dietary needs for medical conditions.
Review medication requirements with clients/patients, educating the client and guardian (if necessary) about the benefits of taking prescribed medications as prescribed.
Administer and oversee administration of medications via various methods according to service line requirements; Monitor medication compliance in regard to State Regulatory standards.
Consult with the physician/advanced practice provider or pharmacy to confirm medications prescribed.
Oversee therapeutic injection of medication (subcutaneous or intramuscular).
Monitor lab levels including consultation with physicians/advanced practice providers, clients, and clinical staff.
Coordinate medication needs with pharmacies, clients/patients, and families, including the use of indigent drug programs.
Monitor medication side effects including the use of standardized evaluations.
Monitor physician orders for treatment modifications requiring client/patient education.
Assist Physician/Advanced Practice Provider with client/patient exams.
Set up and draw any necessary labs and perform any special procedures as requested by the Physician/Advanced Practice Provider.
Complete all required documentation in a timely manner as indicated in company policies and procedures.
Demonstrate interest in long-term and short-term goals and objectives of the company.
Other duties as assigned by program leadership.

Benefits

health
dental
vision
retirement
disability
life insurance
wellness program
Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits.
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost.
Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay.
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within