What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse RN - Weekend Option Days position at Compass Health Network?
Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $5,400 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!
This is a full-time, 36 hour a week position.
The RN provides direct and indirect patient care in the psychiatric setting.
Maintains standards of Professional Nursing Practice.
Participates as an interdisciplinary team member responsible for overall coordination of care and services delivered to clients.
Works collaboratively with members of the health care team to provide patient/family education.
Demonstrates competency to provide age appropriate care to preadolescents (3-12), adolescents (13-17), adults 18 and older including geriatrics.
This job is classified as Category I and may involve tasks with exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.
In the absence of nurse volunteers, prn nurses, flex team nurses secured by reasonable efforts or contracted temporary agency staff and if qualified reassignments cannot be made, the hospital may require mandated overtime to fulfill obligations based on the Missouri Nurse Practice Act to perform patient care which is required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Requires leadership and team skills
• Requires effective verbal, written and nonverbal communication skills
• Possesses cognitive, organizational, and emotional abilities and maturity to deal effectively with multiple stressors, deadlines and difficult situations
• Provides direct patient care to assigned age groups
• Requires working with aggressive patients; participates in physical intervention techniques
• Requires physical strength, agility, and endurance for heavy lifting, moving patients and equipment
• Requires bending, lifting, and transporting patients
• Acts as a Preceptor and educator to new employees
• Participates in mandatory overtime
• Participates in the hospital’s Continuous Quality Improvement Program
• Attends 52 hours of continuing education per year
• Serves as a member of assigned committees
• Demonstrates skills required for a licensed practical nurse within scope of practice
• Trains for charge nurse responsibility after one year of employment as an RN
• Other duties as assigned
• Associate’s degree in nursing required
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
At least one year of psychiatric experience preferred
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: RN or GN that must pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation required
Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve.
About Compass Health Network
At Compass Health Network, we are a nonprofit organization committed to making a meaningful impact on communities across Missouri. We offer a wide range of essential services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), we are dedicated to providing high-quality care that addresses the diverse needs of those we serve. Our mission is simple but powerful: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.
Why join us?
At Compass Health Network, we’re proud of the dedicated team we’ve built. We believe our people are our greatest strength – passionate, skilled, and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others. Here, you’ll find a workplace that values collaboration, growth, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger.
We offer more than just a job; we provide a platform for personal and professional growth. As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
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• Opportunities for career advancement
• Professional development and licensure supervision
• Mentorship programs
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access for mental well-being
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• NHSC Loan Repayment eligibility
We’re looking for individuals who are eager to bring their talents and dedication to a team that’s focused on making a real impact. If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work and grow alongside a passionate group of professionals, we’d love to hear from you! If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters & where you can grow, we look forward to hearing from you!
*Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
