Registered Nurse (RN)

High Plains Mental Health Center•Hays, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

High Plains Mental Health Center is launching one of Kansas’ first Crisis Intervention Centers (CIC) and is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to be part of this groundbreaking initiative. This 24/7 inpatient facility will play a vital role in transforming mental health care across northwest Kansas by easing the burden on local hospitals and law enforcement, shortening inpatient waitlists, and providing local access to critical mental health care. The RN will provide essential nursing care, crisis stabilization, and medication management to individuals in acute mental distress, including those with co-occurring substance use disorders, as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting patient stabilization, safety, and recovery.

Requirements

Must be 21+ years old with current Kansas RN licensure (ADN or BSN).
Strong knowledge of behavioral health crisis care, psychiatric medications, and trauma-informed care.
Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification (provided by Center).
Must pass all required background checks (KBI, KDADS).
Physically capable of working in high-pressure situations and responding to emergencies.
Must comply with TB testing and health screening protocols.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Must maintain a valid driver's license; [MVR will be checked]. No substance-related driving offenses in the past 5 years.

Nice To Haves

One year of psychiatric nursing, crisis intervention, emergency care, or inpatient experience.

Responsibilities

Conducting nursing assessments and monitoring patient status throughout their stay.
Administering medications and monitoring effects under psychiatric supervision.
Using crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure a safe environment.
Supporting suicide prevention, seclusion/restraint protocols, and trauma-informed practices.
Documenting all clinical activity accurately and timely.
Educating patients and families on mental health care and recovery strategies.
Collaborating closely with physicians, APRNs, and the broader treatment team, helping to ensure continuity of care.
Ensuring regulatory compliance and upholding patient dignity in every interaction.