Registered Nurse

State of Missouri; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a Registered Nurse Senior for the Center for Behavioral Medicine in Kansas City. The role involves leading a 25-bed forensic inpatient unit and coordinating nursing care on the unit, with responsibilities for supervising nursing staff, developing care plans, and participating in interdisciplinary treatment planning.

Minimum qualifications include an RN with a range of degree options (MSN/BSN/ADN or Diploma) and several years of nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with 1+ year of professional RN experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing with 2+ years of professional RN experience.
• Associate degree in Nursing or Diploma with 3+ years of professional RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services for a 25-bed forensic inpatient unit.
• Supervise, assign, and evaluate work of RNs, LPNs, and direct care staff.
• Lead nursing team, define and implement care plans, supervise staff and nursing students.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed; conduct rounds and inform physicians.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Team supervision

Clinical nursing

Education

MSN

BSN

ADN/Diploma in Nursing

Job description

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

Salary: $2471.66 (Semi Monthly)

Job Location: 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.

Minimum Qualifications

All you need for success:

• A Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; and One or more years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse.
• A Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; and Two or more years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse.
• An Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university or a Diploma in Nursing; and Three or more years of 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.