Registered Nurse

State-of-Missour; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is seeking a Registered Nurse/Senior RN for a 25-bed forensic inpatient unit at Center for Behavioral Medicine (CBM) in Kansas City, MO. PRN and Full Time positions are available.

You will lead nursing care, supervise staff, and participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning while administering medications and coordinating patient care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; one year of RN experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; two years of RN experience.
• Associate’s degree in Nursing or Diploma from an accredited college or university; three years of RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services for a 25 bed forensic inpatient unit.
• Assign, supervise, and evaluate the work of other RNs, LPNs, direct care staff.
• Serve as a nursing team leader responsible for care plans and supervision.
• Complete nursing assessments and develop nursing diagnoses and care plans.
• Participate in developing individualized treatment plans as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Train and evaluate nursing staff, direct care staff, and nursing students.
• Administer medications and treatments; conduct rounds and inform physicians of status.
• Perform assigned duties independently per nursing standards.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Psychiatric nursing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Associate’s degree in Nursing or Diploma

Job description

Position(s): REGISTERED NURSE/REGISTERED NURSE SENIOR (various shifts)

Salary: $2471.66 (Semi Monthly)

Job Location: The job is located at Center for Behavioral Medicine (CBM) 1000 E. 24th Street, KCMO 64108. PRN and Full Time Positions Available. This is a Joint Commission Accredited behavioral health facility.

Why you’ll love this position:

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

What you’ll do:

• Provide nursing services for a 25 bed forensic inpatient unit.
• Assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, direct care, and/or other staff in the care and treatment of clients on a unit or comparable living area.
• Serve as a nursing team leader responsible for defining and implementing the nursing care plan for assigned clients and for supervision of nursing team members.
• Complete nursing assessments and develop nursing diagnoses and care plans.
• Participate in developing individualized treatment plans as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Train and evaluate nursing staff, direct care staff, and nursing students.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician; conduct rounds with and informs physicians of client status, and receives instruction for further care and treatment.
• Performs assigned duties independently according to instructions and established nursing standards and procedures.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

AMaster'sdegree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; and, One or more yearsof professional experience as a Registered Nurse.

OR

ABachelor'sdegree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; and, Two or more years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse.

OR

AnAssociate'sdegree in Nursing from an accredited college or university or aDiploma in Nursing; and,

Three or more yearsof professional experience as a Registered Nurse.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have a valid Missouri nursing license.
• Prior supervisory and psychiatric nursing experience
• Proven Leadership and management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, staff, supervisors, and the general public.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.