Inpatient Psychiatric RN - Crisis Care Team

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri Health Care's Missouri Psychiatric Center (MUPC) is seeking compassionate registered nurses for inpatient psychiatric care of children, adolescents, and adults. You will assess needs, administer medications, monitor patients, and participate in crisis intervention and family education.

Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential for safe, therapeutic care and effective treatment planning.

Qualifications

• RN license required for Missouri or compact state.
• Minimum of 1 year RN experience, preferably in behavioral health.
• Strong assessment, crisis intervention, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical, emotional, and behavioral health needs to develop care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses per protocols.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning in an inpatient setting.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and social workers on treatment goals.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and discharge planning.
• Maintain nursing standards and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

RN license

Psychiatric nursing

Patient assessment

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

University of Missouri Health Care's Missouri Psychiatric Center (MUPC) is seeking compassionate registered nurses for inpatient psychiatric care of children, adolescents, and adults. You will assess needs, administer medications, monitor patients, and participate in crisis intervention and family education.

Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential for safe, therapeutic care and effective treatment planning.