Registered Nurse

Embark Behavioral Health; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

401K with company matching

PTO

Paid parental leave

Voluntary life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

Embark Behavioral Health in Independence, MO seeks a compassionate RN to support teens aged 12-17 on a Thurs-Sat schedule, with an hourly pay rate of $40.00–$44.00. You will assess needs, administer medications, monitor safety, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote healing.

This role involves documenting medical updates for families, crisis de-escalation training, and participating in a comprehensive benefits package and career growth opportunities at Embark.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri
• CPR Certification
• CAQH profile and National Provider Identifier (NPI) onboarding

Responsibilities

• Be a trusted caregiver by assessing and responding when a student isn’t feeling well.
• Support student well-being by monitoring vitals, administering medications, and tracking health progress.
• Collaborate with families and the care team by sharing important medical updates and advocating for student needs.
• Ensure safety and accuracy by tracking and documenting medications, including narcotics, every shift.
• Provide additional floor coverage on weekends to support staff and students and receive training in safe verbal de-escalation and physical intervention techniques to support upset teens as they arise.
• Play a key role in the healing journey by observing and documenting mood, behavior, and overall health.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs assessment

Crisis intervention

Nursing documentation

Family communication

Job description

Overview

Location: 3205 N Twyman Rd, Independence, MO 64058Hourly Pay Rate: $40.00 - $44.00

Schedule: Thursday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Are you a compassionate and skilled nurse ready to make a real impact in adolescent mental health? Every day, as a RN at Embark Behavioral Health, you'll be a trusted source of care and support for teens (ages 12-17) —assessing their needs, administering medications, and ensuring they feel safe and heard. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, communicate with families, and advocate for students in their healing journey. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, career growth opportunities, and the chance to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to creating joy that lasts for generations.

Responsibilities

• Be a trusted caregiver by assessing and responding when a student isn’t feeling well.
• Support student well-being by monitoring vitals, administering medications, and tracking health progress.
• Collaborate with families and the care team by sharing important medical updates and advocating for student needs.
• Ensure safety and accuracy by tracking and documenting medications, including narcotics, every shift.
• Provide additional floor coverage on weekends to support staff and students and receive training in safe verbal de-escalation and physical intervention techniques to support upset teens as they arise.
• Play a key role in the healing journey by observing and documenting mood, behavior, and overall health.

Qualifications

Required Certifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri
• CPR Certification
• Must be prepared to establish a CAQH profile and obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) as part of the onboarding process.

Required Skills:

• Experience in medication administration and patient care
• Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing techniques, and legal charting
• Ability to assess vital signs and communicate medical information effectively
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing, walking across a large campus, and responding safely and effectively during crisis situations.

Preferred Experience:

• Bedside hospital experience
• Experience in diabetic care
• Experience in Psychiatric Nursing

Benefits

• Proven Positive Outcomes: you'll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescent lives.
• Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
• Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community.

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