Psychiatric RN: Acute Care, Day Shift, Growth Path

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

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Job summary

CoxHealth's psychiatric unit in Springfield, MO seeks an experienced registered nurse to care for patients with behavioral health illnesses in an acute setting. You will conduct intake interviews, assess patients, and establish care plans while maintaining a safe therapeutic environment.

Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and potential group therapy leadership are expected. Required: RN license active in Missouri; BLS within 90 days; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license active in Missouri.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and manage time effectively.
• Strong critical thinking and multitasking in a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews and assess patients in acute psychiatry.
• Establish care plans and maintain a safe therapeutic environment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and lead therapies as needed.
• Demonstrate time management and prioritization in a busy unit.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Time management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

RN license active in MO

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

CoxHealth's psychiatric unit in Springfield, MO seeks an experienced registered nurse to care for patients with behavioral health illnesses in an acute setting. You will conduct intake interviews, assess patients, and establish care plans while maintaining a safe therapeutic environment.

Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and potential group therapy leadership are expected. Required: RN license active in Missouri; BLS within 90 days; BSN preferred.