Registered Nurse (RN)

High Plains Mental Health Center•Hays, KS

17h•$35 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

High Plains Mental Health Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for their Crisis Intervention Center (CIC) in Hays, Kansas. This is a full-time, in-person position with a starting pay of $35-46 per hour, plus shift differentials and a sign-on bonus. The CIC is a 24/7 inpatient facility dedicated to transforming mental health care in northwest Kansas by providing critical services, easing the burden on local hospitals and law enforcement, and shortening inpatient waitlists. As an RN, you will provide essential nursing care, crisis stabilization, and medication management to individuals experiencing acute mental health distress, including those with co-occurring substance use disorders. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on 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 our 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.