Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - BH Crisis Center - PRN

Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - BH Crisis Center - PRN

Job Location: UH Behavioral Health, Kansas City, Missouri

Department: KCATC-Kansas City Assessment and Triage Center

Position Type: Part time

Work Schedule: 7:00PM - 7:30AM

Hours Per Week: 4

Job Description:

We are open to accepting applications for both RNs and LPNs for our opening.

RN:

What You'll Do:

• Assess patients based on their diagnosis and care needs
• Plan, perform, delegate, and evaluate nursing care using your expert skills
• Work closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best patient outcomes
• Participate in committees, program evaluations, research, and education
• Supervise and mentor students
• Stay compliant with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and all organizational and regulatory requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program
• Current state of Missouri license as a Registered Nurse
• Current BCLS certification
• If applying for a PRN position: At least one year of medical/surgical experience OR one year of prior experience in the specialty area

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an equivalent specialty degree
• RN Specialty Certification

LPN:

Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LPN provides care to individuals with both acute and chronic mental health conditions. Responsibilities include collaborating closely with psychiatric providers to triage patient needs, administer injections, draw laboratory specimens, and obtain medication pre-authorizations. All duties are performed in accordance with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act, as well as organizational policies and applicable regulatory standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate
• Current state of Missouri license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Current BCLS.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of Behavioral Health Experience
• Phlebotomy experience