Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health

Cottonwood Springs; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Cottonwood Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join a 108-bed behavioral health facility focusing on adult mental health and substance use treatment. The RN will assess patients, plan and document care, supervise shifts, and ensure high-quality nursing care in a team-centered environment.

Applicants should hold a Kansas or Compact RN license, and an ADN is required with BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Kansas or Compact State RN license.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school.
• Bachelor of Science (BSN) preferred; Associates required.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required; ACLS, PALS, and Handle with Care preferred, but must have within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and plan care within set timeframes and document findings according to policies.
• Oversee and supervise the shift.
• Demonstrates leadership through duties such as delegating groups, close observation, meal supervision, etc.
• Oversee staff to ensure nursing policies and procedures are followed and exemplary patient care is delivered by self and team.
• Monitor patients for changes in condition and respond accordingly, including physician notification.
• Follow hospital policy for medication administration.
• Demonstrate empathy, dignity, and respect in interactions with patients.
• Deliver quality nursing care to meet treatment plan goals and demonstrate nursing competencies.
• Assist or perform comprehensive nursing assessments on all patients.

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN preferred

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Cottonwood Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Cottonwood Springs

Cottonwood Springs is a 108-bed behavioral health facility offering adult mental health and substance use treatment services. The facility includes four 24-bed units (Meadows, Sunrise, Cedars, and Prairie) and one 12-bed unit (Sunflower), specializing in depression, anxiety, psychosis, thought disorders, and substance detoxification. Cottonwood Springs fosters a trauma-informed, team-centered culture where RNs and BHTs work collaboratively and are equally valued. Employees are recognized through the Weekly All-Star Program, and many stay because of the strong sense of teamwork and support. The facility also promotes career growth, with several BHTs advancing into leadership and clinical roles across the organization.

How You'll Contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

• Will assess the patient and plan care within set timeframes and document findings according to policies
• Will oversee and supervise the shift
• Demonstrates leadership through duties that may include delegating tasks such as groups, close observation, meal supervision, etc
• Will also oversee staff to ensure nursing policies and procedures are followed and exemplary patient care is consistently delivered by self and all members of the team
• Will monitor patient for change of condition and respond accordingly up to and including notification of the physician
• RN will follow hospital policy for medication administration
• RN will consistently use empathy, dignity, and respect when interacting with patients
• Delivery of quality nursing care to ensure that goals of the treatment plan are properly executed following hospital policies and procedures and demonstrated nursing competencies
• Assists/performs comprehensive nursing assessments on all patients

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a current Kansas or Compact State RN license and possess an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Education: Bachelor of Science (BSN) preferred, Associates required
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS, PALS, and Handle with Care preferred, but must have within 30 days of hire

Schedule: FT Days Shift 7a - 7p and rotating weekends/on-call/holidays

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Lisa Lambert by emailing [e-mail].

EEOC Statement

Cottonwood Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cottonwood Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.