Bring your nursing expertise to where it matters — join us as a Crisis Center Nurse and provide care and stability to individuals in their most critical moments.
Schedule : PRN / part-time as needed, daytime and overnight availability needed
As a Nurse (LPN / RN) at our Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC) and / or Youth Behavioral Health Urgent Care (YBHUC), you’ll deliver compassionate, professional nursing care to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. Working alongside an interdisciplinary team, you’ll ensure safety, coordinate care, and provide education that empowers patients and their families.
This is a great opportunity for someone who :
- Wants to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals in crisis with calm and skill
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where every day is different
- Values collaboration with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals
- Finds fulfillment in both direct patient care and patient education
Key Responsibilities
Provide nursing assessments, vital signs, and daily care for patients in crisisAdminister and manage medications, including injections and controlled substance countsDeliver patient and family education on health, wellness, and medication useDocument care accurately in the electronic health recordCoordinate with physicians, psychiatrists, hospitals, pharmacies, and community partnersOffer virtual nursing support to other Behavioral Health Crisis Centers, as neededSupport and mentor team members while maintaining professional nursing standardsRequirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
High School / GED degree requiredPractical nursing certificate required -or-Associate / Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferredAt least one year of psychiatric experience; experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferredLicensure / Certification
LPN, RN or a graduate nurse that must pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation required
You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You :
Stay steady and compassionate when working with individuals who may be agitated or in distressCommunicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and team membersBalance professionalism and empathy in high-pressure situationsThrive in an environment where flexibility, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills are essentialBelieve in providing care that inspires hope and promotes wellness