Registered Nurse - Days

KVC Health Systems Columbia, MO 65201, US

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$37 - $41 / year

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$5,000 Sign On Bonus
KVC Missouri Residential Treatment Center - Columbia, MO
Shift: Full-time, days

Base Pay: $37-$41 per hour + Shift Premiums

Shift Premiums

Job Summary

As an RN in our residential treatment facility, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care and support to children and adolescents ages 6-20 with behavioral health challenges.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing immediate, routine, and emergency healthcare services.
Collaborating with our multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
Monitoring and assessing patients' physical and emotional well-being.
Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for residents.
Educating patients and their families about their conditions and treatment plans.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off

Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.

Paid Parental Leave

Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

403(b) with Company Match

Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

Tuition Reimbursement

Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement

Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

Employee Assistance Program

Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

Wellness Benefits

Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with a 82 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.

If you are a compassionate and caring individual who is looking for a rewarding career in the mental health/social services field, then we encourage you to apply.

To learn more about this position or to apply, please visit our website at www.kvc.org/jobs.

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