Residential Housing Nurse - (RN/LPN)

Job Description:

Job Title: Residential Housing Nurse (RN/LPN)

Location: Independence, MO
Department: Adult Housing
Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: Monday- Friday 9am-5pm

Job Summary:

Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others? Join our collaborative and caring team where you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with behavioral health, substance use, and medical care needs. This position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, provide holistic care, work alongside interdisciplinary professionals, expand your clinical expertise across diverse settings, and contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving lives. We are seeking a nurse who demonstrates clinical excellence, strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a genuine passion for helping others achieve improved health and wellness.

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for delivering high-quality nursing services to clients and patients across a variety of settings, including residential programs, behavioral health services, substance use treatment programs, crisis centers, outpatient clinics, primary care clinics, and community-based environments. The RN conducts assessments, coordinates care, administers medications, monitors health conditions, collaborates with providers and treatment teams, educates clients and families, and supports positive health outcomes through evidence-based nursing practices.

Independence offers the convenience of a thriving suburban community with easy access to the amenities of the Kansas City metropolitan area. Residents enjoy a rich history, family-friendly neighborhoods, recreational opportunities, and a welcoming community atmosphere, making it an excellent place to live and work.

This position offers…

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and evaluate physical health needs to support individualized treatment planning.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary treatment teams to coordinate care and improve client outcomes.
• Educate clients, families, and guardians regarding health conditions, disease prevention, prescribed medications, and wellness strategies.
• Monitor client health status throughout treatment and develop action plans addressing physical and behavioral health needs.
• Administer and oversee medications, including injections, while ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory standards.
• Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, laboratory results, and treatment modifications, consulting with providers as needed.
• Coordinate medical appointments, specialty care, pharmacy services, and community resources to meet client healthcare needs.
• Assist physicians and advanced practice providers with examinations, laboratory collection, and specialized clinical procedures.
• Support infection control initiatives, hygiene practices, and overall health and safety within assigned programs.
• Respond appropriately to medical concerns, injuries, adverse drug reactions, and other healthcare-related situations.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Contribute to organizational goals and perform additional duties as assigned by program leadership.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice is preferred.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice.
• Must be willing to become licensed in additional states as needed.
• Must be comfortable providing telehealth services to individuals served.
• FQHC: Basic Life Support Certification (BCLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• L1MA trainer is preferred

Additional Qualifications:

• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required.
• Successful completion of background screening, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers, electronic health records, and software applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, families, staff, providers, and community partners.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective during behavioral health crisis situations.
• Knowledge of nursing principles related to behavioral health and substance use treatment services.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, changing healthcare environment.

Physical Requirements

• Perform sedentary work involving exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently.
• Sit for extended periods while performing clinical and administrative duties.
• Occasionally walk or stand for brief periods throughout the workday.
• Perform repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements associated with typing, writing, and computer use.
• Lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move light objects as needed to perform job responsibilities.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.