Registered Nurse

Embark Behavioral Health • Independence, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Embark Behavioral Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide care and support to adolescents ages 12–17. The nurse assesses student needs, administers medications, monitors health, and helps ensure students feel safe and heard. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team, communicating medical updates to families, and advocating for students during their healing journey.

The position is located at 3205 N Twyman Rd, Independence, MO 64058. The schedule is Thursday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with an hourly pay rate of $40.00–$44.00. Weekend floor coverage is part of the role. Training is provided in safe verbal de-escalation and physical intervention techniques for supporting teens in crisis.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri.
• CPR certification.
• Be prepared to establish a CAQH profile and obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) as part of onboarding.
• Experience in medication administration and patient care.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing techniques, and legal charting.
• Ability to assess vital signs and communicate medical information effectively.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing, walking across a large campus, and responding safely and effectively during crisis situations.

Nice To Haves

• Bedside hospital experience.
• Experience in diabetic care.
• Experience in psychiatric nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assess students’ needs and respond when they are not feeling well.
• Monitor vital signs, administer medications, and track health progress.
• Share important medical updates with families and the care team, and advocate for student needs.
• Track and document medications, including narcotics, each shift.
• Provide additional floor coverage on weekends to support staff and students.
• Use safe verbal de-escalation and physical intervention techniques to support upset teens, following training.
• Observe and document students’ mood, behavior, and overall health.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave
• Career growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

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