The role
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 nights weekdays 11p-7a & weekends 7p-7a availability required.
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 crisis
- Administer and manage medications, including injections and controlled substance counts
- Deliver patient and family education on health, wellness, and medication use
- Document care accurately in the electronic health record
- Coordinate with physicians, psychiatrists, hospitals, pharmacies, and community partners
- Offer virtual nursing support to other Behavioral Health Crisis Centers, as needed
- Support and mentor team members while maintaining professional nursing standards
Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- High School/GED degree required
- Practical nursing certificate required -or-
- Associate/Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
- At least one year of psychiatric experience; experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred
Licensure/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 distress
- Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and team members
- Balance professionalism and empathy in high-pressure situations
- Thrive in an environment where flexibility, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills are essential
- Believe in providing care that inspires hope and promotes wellness