Inpatient Behavioral Health RN - Day/Night Shifts

Perimeter Healthcare Careers; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral Health in Springfield, MO, is seeking a compassionate RN to join our inpatient behavioral health team. You will perform clinical assessments, conduct intake interviews, and coordinate care with treatment teams while ensuring accurate documentation.

The role requires an active RN license (compact preferred) and at least 1 year of inpatient behavioral health experience, with strong communication, assessment, and cultural competency skills.

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing with compact endorsement.
• 1+ year experience in inpatient behavioral health setting.
• Knowledge of insurance systems including PPOs and Managed Care.
• Ability to conduct intake interviews and clinical assessments.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software.
• Familiarity with community mental health resources.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessment and intake interviews to determine level of care.
• Assess psychosocial and emotional status across age groups.
• Apply understanding of developmental stages and special needs.
• Incorporate cultural, spiritual, and social awareness in care.
• Implement crisis intervention when necessary.
• Serve as liaison between clients and treatment teams.
• Maintain detailed documentation of interactions and assessments.
• Handle high-volume inquiries and walk-in assessments.
• Organize and analyze data for referral development.

Skills

Behavioral health knowledge

Assessment skills

Communication

Teamwork

Cultural competency

Data management

Inpatient experience

Education

Active RN license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral Health in Springfield, MO, is seeking a compassionate RN to join our inpatient behavioral health team. You will perform clinical assessments, conduct intake interviews, and coordinate care with treatment teams while ensuring accurate documentation.

The role requires an active RN license (compact preferred) and at least 1 year of inpatient behavioral health experience, with strong communication, assessment, and cultural competency skills.