Geriatric Psychiatry Nurse (Full-Time, Rotation)

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Sullivan (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Sullivan, Missouri is seeking an RN to provide direct nursing care to adults 50+ in a geriatric behavioral health setting. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in collaboration with the healthcare team, focusing on patient-centered care and effective communication across the care continuum.

The role requires current RN licensure and a nursing degree, with Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required; Bachelor's in nursing preferred.
• Two years of experience preferred for advanced roles.
• Strong assessment, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to adults 50+ in a geriatric behavioral health setting.
• Educate patients and families on illness management, post-treatment care, and meds.
• Develop and document individualized care plans with the healthcare team.
• Participate in safety, quality, regulatory activities and professional development.
• Communicate effectively across the care continuum.

Skills

assessment

communication

collaboration

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

Provides direct nursing care to adults aged 50+ in a supportive behavioral health setting, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, care planning, implementation, and evaluation within established standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fosters patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration.
• Participates in safety, quality, and regulatory activities, and engages in professional development.
• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, ensuring effective communication across care continuum.
• Utilizes critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences, cultural, spiritual, and emotional factors.
• Works in a safety-sensitive environment, maintaining alertness and safety at all times.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• Current RN licensure required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• No prior experience required; 2 years of experience preferred for advanced roles.
• Strong assessment, communication, and collaborative skills.

Additional Information:

• Offers opportunities for career growth in a collaborative team environment.
• Focus on meaningful patient relationships in a specialized geriatric behavioral health setting.