Crisis Nurse - LPN or RN PRN

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Kansas City is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their adult crisis stabilization team. The role involves providing direct nursing services, conducting mental health assessments, and coordinating care for individuals with severe mental illness. Qualified candidates should have a nursing license in Kansas and experience in mental health settings. The position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Practical Nurse in Kansas, in good standing.
• 1-3 years experience with adults with severe mental illness.
• Ability to assess crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological evaluations and crisis interventions.
• Coordinate medical care with staff and psychiatrist.
• Monitor consumers' vital signs and administer medications.

Skills

Knowledge of psychotropic medications

Crisis assessment and intervention

Interpersonal communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse in Kansas

Job description

Overview

Wyandot BHN is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join our adult crisis stabilization team! The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide direct nursing services, mental health assessments and treatment to consumers with severe and persistent mental illness in our 24 / 7 crisis stabilization center.

Essential Job Duties

• Provide psychological evaluations / problem identification, and crisis interventions.
• Provide medical case management as needed.
• Assist consumers with psychological, social development and rehabilitation.
• Coordinate medical care and intervention with staff and psychiatrist.
• Draw blood for lab work for consumers.
• Monitor consumers’ vital signs.
• Administer intramuscular medications.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records consistent with MHCD standards.
• Participate in team meetings, in-services, and supervisory sessions as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Lead Nurse and Program Manager.

Requirements

Education: Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of Kansas, in good standing, with the Board of Nursing of the State of Kansas.

Experience: One to three years experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Skills & Abilities: Possess theoretical and working knowledge of psychotropic medications. Ability to assess crisis situations and intervene appropriately. Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with individuals. Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills. Communicate directly and effectively in a cooperative manner. Relates a positive approach to complex mental health issues. Ability to be sensitive to cultural and ethnic differences. Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and current liability insurance coverage. Must meet all relevant licensing, credentialing, etc. requirements. Must be able to safely perform the essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.