What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Center LPN/RN Nurse (Weekdays) position at Compass Health Network?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse (LPN/RN) to join our Crisis Center Stabilization team. In response to the urgent service needs of our community, we are offering a $4,000 sign-on bonus to qualified candidates. This role is pivotal in providing quality and empathetic care to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises during weekdays, from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 3:30 pm.
Key Responsibilities
This role offers significant opportunities for professional development, allowing you to engage in interdisciplinary team discussions and leadership meetings that can enhance your career trajectory within the healthcare sector.
Company Culture And Values
At Compass Health, we are committed to delivering compassionate care while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We value every team member’s contributions and encourage a culture of mutual respect and support.
Employment Type: Full-Time
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse (LPN/RN) to join our Crisis Center Stabilization team. In response to the urgent service needs of our community, we are offering a $4,000 sign-on bonus to qualified candidates. This role is pivotal in providing quality and empathetic care to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises during weekdays, from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 3:30 pm.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver nursing care including health assessments, vital signs monitoring, and daily care for clients at the Crisis Stabilization Center.
- Administer medications, ensuring safe practices for medication distribution and self-administration.
- Effectively manage medication records, including the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and controlled substances.
- Educate patients on their physical health and medication management.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including staff, families, physicians, and pharmacists, to coordinate patient care.
- Accurately report and document changes in patient behavior and physical conditions.
- Assist with various diagnostic and treatment procedures, providing support to staff as needed.
- Mentor new employees on established procedures and protocols.
- Actively participate in team and leadership meetings as required.
- Provide direct care in challenging situations, including working with patients who may exhibit agitation.
- Be available for mandatory overtime if necessary.
- Strong verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills.
- Cognitive and emotional maturity to manage multiple stressors and deadlines.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Proficient in providing patient education.
- Associate’s degree in nursing is required; a Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
- A minimum of one year of psychiatric experience, preferably in a hospital or acute care setting, is required.
- A valid LPN or RN license in Missouri is mandatory.
This role offers significant opportunities for professional development, allowing you to engage in interdisciplinary team discussions and leadership meetings that can enhance your career trajectory within the healthcare sector.
Company Culture And Values
At Compass Health, we are committed to delivering compassionate care while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We value every team member’s contributions and encourage a culture of mutual respect and support.
Employment Type: Full-Time
