Crisis Center LPN/RN Nurse

Job Overview

Join our dynamic team at Compass Health as a Nurse LPN/RN at our Crisis Center Stabilization Center, where you will play a pivotal role in delivering comprehensive patient care in a psychiatric setting. We are proud to offer a $4,000 sign-on bonus upon successful completion of orientation, as we expand our mission to serve our communities effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care, including health assessments, pain assessments, and vital sign monitoring for individuals presenting at the Crisis Stabilization Center.
• Perform medication administration tasks, including medication passes and injections, ensuring proper observation of self-administration.
• Oversee medication management tasks, including the completion and updating of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and the counting of controlled substances.
• Educate patients on physical health and medications, facilitating better understanding and compliance.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members, involving staff, patients, families, physicians, psychiatrists, hospitals, and pharmacies.
• Document and report observable changes in patients' behaviors, attitudes, and physical conditions.
• Assist with various diagnostic and treatment procedures, ensuring high standards of care.
• Mentor new employees through education on procedures and protocols.
• Participate actively in team and leadership meetings to enhance care delivery.
• Provide direct care to adults, ensuring empathy and professionalism in all interactions.
• Manage challenging situations involving patients who may be verbally or physically agitated.
• Be prepared to participate in mandatory overtime as necessary.
  
  

Required Skills

• Exceptional verbal, written, and nonverbal communication abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and cognitive capabilities.
• Capacity to manage multiple stressors and meet deadlines effectively.
• Proven experience in psychiatric care.
• Ability to maintain composure when handling verbally or physically agitated patients.
  
  

Qualifications

• An Associate's degree in nursing is required; a Bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred.
• A minimum of one year of psychiatric experience is required, with preference given to candidates with experience in hospital or acute care settings.
• Must hold a valid LPN, RN, GPN/GN license and successfully pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation.
  
  

At Compass Health, we are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment that prioritizes professional development and team cohesion. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the lives of individuals in crisis while enhancing your skills and career trajectory within a reputable organization.

Employment Type: Full-Time