Part-Time Pediatric Psychiatric Nurse

Canopy Children's Solutions; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

403b Retirement Plan with Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO/Vacation

Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services

Job summary

A nonprofit provider of children's services is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse in Jackson, Mississippi. This role involves providing quality nursing services, including assessments and coordinating care for youth in a mental health setting. Candidates must be a licensed RN in Mississippi with at least two years of psychiatric experience, as well as one year of experience with children and adolescents. Join a team committed to empowering families and fostering a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in a psychiatric setting.
• Must be able to communicate in a therapeutic and professional manner.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing services, including assessments and evaluations.
• Coordinate medical and dental appointments for youth as needed.
• Ensure all prescriptions are entered for PMHC youth.

Skills

Licensed Registered Nurse

Psychiatric experience

Experience with children and adolescents

CPR Certification

Job description

Education

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and social service solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best
  
  

Education

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and social service solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best
  
  

Canopy has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to earn this certification for 2025–2026. At Canopy, employees are committed to fostering a healthy workplace culture built on trust and driven by a shared mission: helping children thrive and empowering families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services
  
  

Registered Nurse Part-Time - Position Overview

• The Registered Nurse (RN) provides quality nursing services, including; assessing, formulating nursing diagnoses, planning, implementing, and evaluating the individual needs of youth in the Private Mental Health Center.
• The RN is responsible for statewide training of staff on taking vital signs and the proper documentation and communication required after taking vital signs.
• The RN also assists the physicians and nurse practitioners within the Private Mental Health Center as they care for youth and families.
• The RN provides direction, supervision, and evaluation with regard to the Nursing Practice Act.
• The RN will also be the central point of contact and entry for OrderConnect in the Canopy Children's Solutions electronic health record throughout the Private Mental Health Center Clinics.
• This position recognizes the abilities and potential of all nursing personnel and assists each individual in the attainment of optimum performance.
• Coordinates nursing services in consultation with the Director of Nursing.
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Basic Nursing Responsibilities:
• Utilize the nursing process to identify and resolve health problems as needed.
• Review all physicians’ orders and implement within 2 hours.
• Implement physician’s standing orders as necessary.
• Systematically review youth record for pertinent changes in behavior or health on each shift.
• Complete 24 - hour Nursing Report with each shift.
• Complete AIMS testing bi-monthly on each youth on anti-psychotic medications.
• Act as a positive role model for all youth as well as Resident Advisors daily.
• Coordinate medical and dental appointments as needed.
• Coordinate physician referrals and medical consultations as needed.
• Complete vital signs flow sheet weekly on each youth.
• Initiate the use of Special Procedures in the physician’s absence, obtain a physician’s order for the use of special procedures, supervise the use of special procedures and report all usage to the Nursing Coordinator.
• Administrative Responsibilities:
• Participates in Youth Behavior Review Meetings and Case Consultations as needed.
• Serves as liaison between the clinical and administrative staff.
• Provides training and education services for clinical and administrative staff as needed.
• Implement Plan of Correction for Infection Control issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• OrderConnect Responsibilities:
• Ensure prescriptions are entered for all PMHC youth.
• Monitor prescriptions to assist with spotting any possible errors.
• Report to supervisor any issues or process improvement ideas.
• Ensure any questions around OrderConnect are answered as soon as possible.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of Mississippi. Minimum two years’ experience in psychiatric setting.
• Minimum one-year experience in working with children and adolescents. Current Certification in CPR.
• Must be at least twenty-one years old and possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to be covered by organization insurance provider.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English, and be able to communicate in a therapeutic and professional manner.