Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - BH Crisis Center - FT Nights (3 nights per week, 7:00p - 7:30a)

University Health Kansas City Downtown Kansas City, MO 64108, US

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101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

UH Behavioral Health

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

UHBH Crisis Center

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

7:00PM - 7:30AM

Hours Per Week

Job Description

We are accepting applications for both RNs and LPNs for our opening.

What You’ll Do

Assess patients based on their diagnosis and care needs
Plan, perform, delegate, and evaluate nursing care using your expert skills
Work closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best patient outcomes
Participate in committees, program evaluations, research, and education
Supervise and mentor students
Stay compliant with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and all organizational and regulatory requirements

Minimum Requirements

Graduation from an accredited nursing program
Current state of Missouri license as a Registered Nurse
Current BCLS certification
If applying for a PRN position: At least one year of medical/surgical experience OR one year of prior experience in the specialty area

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an equivalent specialty degree
RN Specialty Certification

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LPN

Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LPN provides care to individuals with both acute and chronic mental health conditions. Responsibilities include collaborating closely with psychiatric providers to triage patient needs, administer injections, draw laboratory specimens, and obtain medication pre-authorizations. All duties are performed in accordance with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act, as well as organizational policies and applicable regulatory standards.

Minimum Requirements

Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate
Current state of Missouri license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Current BCLS.

Preferred Qualifications

One year of Behavioral Health Experience
Phlebotomy experience

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