Nurse(LPN or RN) - Behavioral Crisis Center

Registered Nurse

Location: Springfield, Missouri

Department: Rapid Access

Employment Type: Full Time

Join our compassionate team as a Registered Nurse, where you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive nursing services in diverse settings, including residential care facilities and outpatient clinics. You will have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of clients dealing with behavioral health and substance use challenges. We are looking for an empathetic and competent professional who excels in delivering high-quality care while maintaining strong relationships with both clients and colleagues. Your clinical expertise will be essential in monitoring and coordinating patient care, while your commitment to education will help empower clients in their recovery journey.

In this role, you will assess and evaluate client health needs, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure individualized treatment plans. Your dedication to client care and effective communication will be key in managing the day-to-day responsibilities of the clinic while advocating for patient health.

This position offers:

• Employee Assistance Program 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional Perks & Benefits Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform appropriate nursing assessments and evaluate client health conditions based on service requirements.
• Complete initial medical histories and vital signs, coordinating action plans based on results.
• Monitor health status and coordinate care with treatment teams as per client needs.
• Create action plans addressing both physical and mental health treatment needs.
• Administer and monitor medications according to state and service line standards while educating clients about their benefits.
• Collaborate with physicians and consult with advanced practice providers for comprehensive client management.
• Oversee infectious disease control and ensure client hygiene practices are maintained.
• Arrange medical appointments and handle emergencies, ensuring client safety at all times.
• Provide health education and disease prevention strategies to clients.
• Complete timely documentation as required by company policies and procedures.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse licensed in the state of practice.
• Must be willing to become licensed in additional states and provide telehealth services.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred for FQHC.

Additional Qualifications:

• Successful completion of background checks including criminal record, driving record, and fingerprint check.
• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.

Physical Requirements:

ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects. Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods.

Keywords: Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health, Substance Use Treatment, Nursing, Patient Care, Psychiatry, Medication Administration, Health Assessments, Telehealth, Client Education.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.