Nurse LPN/RN Crisis Center (Days)

Compass Health, Inc.; Jefferson City (MO); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Retention bonus

Résumé du poste

Compass Health Network is seeking a Nurse LPN/RN to join our Behavioral Health Crisis Center team in Jefferson City. Schedule: 7:00am-3:30pm. We offer a retention bonus of $4,000 to support your commitment and service to our community.

You’ll provide trusted nursing care to individuals in crisis, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, manage medications, educate patients and families, and ensure safety and coordinated care across settings.

Qualifications

• High School/GED degree required.
• Practical nursing certificate required -or-
• Associate/Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
• At least one year of psychiatric experience; experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred

Responsabilités

• Provide nursing assessments, vital signs, and daily care for patients in crisis
• Administer and manage medications, including injections and controlled substance counts
• Deliver patient and family education on health, wellness, and medication use
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record
• Coordinate with physicians, psychiatrists, hospitals, pharmacies, and community partners
• Offer virtual nursing support to other Behavioral Health Crisis Centers, as needed
• Support and mentor team members while maintaining professional nursing standards

Connaissances

Psychiatric experience

Formation

High School/GED

Practical nursing certificate

Associate/Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Description du poste

Nurse LPN/RN Crisis Center (Days)

Department: BHCC

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Jefferson City - 227 Metro Drive

Reporting To: Danyelle Eads

Compensation: $36.00 - $45.00 / hour

Description

To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $4,000.* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!

Bring your nursing expertise to where it matters — join us as a Crisis Center Nurse and provide care and stability to individuals in their most critical moments. Schedule: 7:00am-3:30pm.

As a Nurse (LPN/RN) at our Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC) and/or Youth Behavioral Health Urgent Care (YBHUC), you’ll deliver compassionate, professional nursing care to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. Working alongside an interdisciplinary team, you’ll ensure safety, coordinate care, and provide education that empowers patients and their families.

This is a great opportunity for someone who:

• Wants to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals in crisis with calm and skill
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where every day is different
• Values collaboration with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals
• Finds fulfillment in both direct patient care and patient education

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing assessments, vital signs, and daily care for patients in crisis
• Administer and manage medications, including injections and controlled substance counts
• Deliver patient and family education on health, wellness, and medication use
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record
• Coordinate with physicians, psychiatrists, hospitals, pharmacies, and community partners
• Offer virtual nursing support to other Behavioral Health Crisis Centers, as needed
• Support and mentor team members while maintaining professional nursing standards

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• High School/GED degree required
• Practical nursing certificate required -or-
• Associate/Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
• At least one year of psychiatric experience; experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred

Licensure/Certification

LPN, RN or a graduate nurse that must pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation required

You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:

• Stay steady and compassionate when working with individuals who may be agitated or in distress
• Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and team members
• Balance professionalism and empathy in high-pressure situations
• Thrive in an environment where flexibility, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills are essential
• Believe in providing care that inspires hope and promotes wellness

*Retention bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.