Crisis Center LPN/RN Nurse

Job Title: Nurse LPN/RN - Crisis Center Stabilization

Job Overview

Join our dedicated team at Compass Health as a Nurse LPN/RN within our Crisis Center Stabilization Center. In this vital role, you will deliver both direct and indirect patient care to individuals facing behavioral crises, adhering to the highest standards of Professional Nursing Practice. Your collaboration with an interdisciplinary team will be essential in coordinating comprehensive care and providing education to patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct health and pain assessments, monitor vital signs, and provide daily care for individuals at the Crisis Stabilization Center
• Administer medications and manage medication records, including observation of self-administration
• Offer patient education concerning physical health and prescribed medications
• Coordinate care with healthcare staff, families, physicians, and pharmacies
• Document observable changes in patients' behaviors and conditions
• Support staff with diagnostic and treatment procedures
• Educate new employees on protocols and procedures
• Engage in team and leadership meetings as assigned
• Provide direct patient care to adults, including those experiencing agitation
• Participate in mandatory overtime as required
  
  

Required Skills

• Strong verbal, written, and nonverbal communication abilities
• Cognitive, organizational, and emotional maturity to handle multiple stressors effectively
• Proficiency in patient education regarding health and medication management
• Capability to work with patients who may be verbally or physically distressed
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
  
  

Qualifications

• An Associate's degree in nursing is required; a Bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred
• A minimum of one year of psychiatric nursing experience; experience in a hospital or acute care setting is advantageous
• Current LPN, RN, GPN/GN licensure, with a requirement to pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

At Compass Health, we are committed to the professional development of our staff. Here, you will find ample opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement, enabling you to grow within the organization while making a significant impact in the community.

Company Culture And Values

We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where teamwork and open communication are paramount. Our commitment to both staff and client well-being is at the heart of our mission, and we value diversity and inclusivity as essential components of our workplace.

Compensation And Benefits

• Enjoy a competitive salary based on experience
• Benefit from a $4,000 sign-on bonus, disbursed upon the successful completion of orientation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Generous paid time off and a robust sick leave policy
• Flexible working hours to promote work-life balance
  
  

Become a part of our remarkable team at Compass Health and contribute to an essential service in our community while advancing your career in psychiatric nursing.

Employment Type: Full-Time