What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Center Nurse - LPN/RN (Nights) with Sign-On Bonus position at Compass Health Network?
Job Overview
We are experiencing significant growth across our clinics, and as part of this expansion, we are excited to offer a $4,000 sign-on bonus.* Join our team as a Nurse LPN/RN at our Crisis Center Stabilization Center, where you will provide both direct and indirect patient care within a psychiatric framework, ensuring that we continue to offer exceptional services to individuals in behavioral crisis.
Key Responsibilities
This position presents a unique chance to grow professionally within a rapidly expanding organization committed to providing high-quality care. You will have access to various development programs and learning opportunities that foster skill enhancement and career advancement.
Company Culture And Values
Our organization is dedicated to maintaining a supportive and collaborative work environment. We value diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that all employees feel valued and empowered to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Join a team that prioritizes the well-being of both its staff and patients while upholding the highest standards of professional practice.
Employment Type: Full-Time
We are experiencing significant growth across our clinics, and as part of this expansion, we are excited to offer a $4,000 sign-on bonus.* Join our team as a Nurse LPN/RN at our Crisis Center Stabilization Center, where you will provide both direct and indirect patient care within a psychiatric framework, ensuring that we continue to offer exceptional services to individuals in behavioral crisis.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver nursing care including health and pain assessments, vital sign checks, applying dressings, and general daily care for patients at the Crisis Stabilization Center.
- Administer medications, which includes medication passes, injections, and overseeing self-administration by patients.
- Manage the medication administration record (MAR), ensuring accurate documentation and inventory of controlled substances.
- Educate patients on their physical health and medication regimens.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including staff, residents, families, physicians, psychiatrists, hospitals, and pharmacies, to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Monitor and document observable changes in patients’ behaviors, attitudes, and physical conditions.
- Support staff during various diagnostic and treatment procedures.
- Provide orientation and training on procedures and protocols to new employees.
- Participate in team and leadership meetings as required.
- Offer direct patient care, including to those who may exhibit verbal or physical agitation.
- Be available for mandatory overtime as necessary.
- Effective verbal, written, and nonverbal communication abilities.
- Strong cognitive, organizational, and emotional skills to manage multiple stressors and deadlines.
- Direct patient care experience, particularly with adult populations.
- Proficiency in medication administration and patient education.
- High School diploma or GED is required.
- A Practical Nursing Certificate or an Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is mandatory.
- Current licensure/certification as an LPN, RN, or GPN/GN, with the requirement to pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation.
This position presents a unique chance to grow professionally within a rapidly expanding organization committed to providing high-quality care. You will have access to various development programs and learning opportunities that foster skill enhancement and career advancement.
Company Culture And Values
Our organization is dedicated to maintaining a supportive and collaborative work environment. We value diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that all employees feel valued and empowered to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Join a team that prioritizes the well-being of both its staff and patients while upholding the highest standards of professional practice.
Employment Type: Full-Time
