Lead Nurse

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

25 days personal leave

Longevity bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Wellness programs

Job summary

Pathway Family Services in Topeka, KS is seeking a Full-Time Lead Nurse to oversee nursing care for children in residential behavioral health treatment. You will supervise a team, ensure assessments, medication management orders, and health appointments are completed, and that documentation meets requirements.

This in-office role requires Kansas RN licensure, 21+ years old, willingness to work a 24/7 schedule with administration collaboration, and a commitment to trauma-informed care and

Qualifications

• Must be compassionate, eager to learn, and able to help families build on strengths.
• Willing to take a trauma-informed approach when collaborating with clients, families, and team members.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Kansas is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of health care professionals providing oversight and treatment planning for the physical wellbeing of children/adolescents in residential behavioral health care.
• Provide nursing care, ensure assessments, complete medication management orders, and educate children and families about care.
• Coordinate health appointments and documentation to meet federal, state, and program requirements.

Skills

Compassionate

Willing to learn

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Kansas RN License

Job description

Description

****Average hourly rate is $27.03 per hour (including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, shift differential, etc.) ****

Location of position: Topeka, KS

Do you like working with youth, assisting in the development of leadership and life skills? Then Pathway Family Services has the job for you!

We are looking for a Full-Time Lead Nurse to add to our team at the PRTF!

A Day in The Life as a Lead Nurse:

At Pathway, our Lead Nurse leads a team of health care professionals providing oversight and treatment planning for the physical wellbeing of our children/ adolescents receiving residential treatment for behavioral health needs. Providing nursing care for children who are working to overcome the trauma they have experienced, the Lead Nurse ensures that all assessments are completed, medication management orders are fulfilled, and children and families are educated about the care they are receiving. The Lead Nurse and their team coordinate and complete health appointments, and appointments with in-house medication providers. The Lead Nurse ensures that all documentation meets federal, state, and program requirements.

What We Are Looking for

• We are looking for someone who is compassionate, eager to continue learning, who wants to help families build on their strengths, and help connect them with community resources they may need. We want someone who is willing to take a trauma informed approach as they collaborate with clients, families, and other team members. This is your opportunity to make a true difference in the life of a child as a Registered Nurse.
• Being licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Kansas is a requirement of this position.
• This is an in-office position.
• Schedule is flexible and determined in collaboration with facility administration in order for the team to cover all needs of a 24/7 residential facility.
• Supervision experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age and 3 years older than the oldest resident.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and must meet agency underwriting standards while driving agency or personal vehicle to transport clients. Must have a valid drivers' insurance.
• Must be eligible for credentialing with Kansas Medicaid for billing needs.

Why You Should Work for Pathway Family Services

At Pathway Family Services, we are devoted to the strength of families and the well-being of children. By joining our team, you’ll be part of an organization that values integrity, leadership, and the power of positive change.We offer:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Full medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy
• Generous Leave Policy: 25 days of personal leave in the first year of employment, allowing you to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Financial Support: Longevity bonus and tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth and financial stability.
• Retirement Plans: Access to retirement savings plans with employer contributions to help you plan for your future.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career development and continued education, including workshops, seminars, and certifications.
• Supportive Work Environment: Work with a fantastic team dedicated to our mission and vision, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs and resources to support your mental and physical well-being.

Join us at Pathway Family Services and be part of something bigger—helping children and families build brighter futures!

TFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.