Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,010 per week in Kansas City, MO

Registered Nurse (RN) | Behavioral Health
Location: Kansas City, MO
Agency: TalentBurst, Inc.
Pay: $2,010 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 12/14/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with TalentBurst, Inc. to find a qualified Behavioral Health RN in Kansas City, Missouri, 64101!

48hrs Guaranteed preferred

12/14 start date

ACTIVE BLUE CARD CPI REQUIRED TO SUBMIT

Hospital: Research Psychiatric Center
Location: Kansas City, MO
Address: 2323 E. 63rd Street
Unit Name: ADOL, Serenity, ITU, SRAD, and VINE
Building: NA
Cost Center:
General Information
Unit Specifics:
Number of Beds : ADOL 18, Serenity 24, ITU 32, SRAD 16, VINE 9
Patient Ratios : nurses 8 to 1, mht s 12:1
Unit staffing description- ADOL unit takes patients from 12-18 yo, Serenity is a lower acuity adult unit. ITU is the higher acuity adult unit (patients with thought disorder diagnoses), SRAD has patients that live a senior lifestyle. VINE is lower acuity adult unit.
Type of equipment :
Documentation system: Meditech
Scheduling requirements: We require coverage for three 12-hour shifts each day, seven days a week, including weekends. Please note that days off are not guaranteed unless specified in the contract.
On Call Requirements: NA
Floating policy: C/L is utilized where the greatest need is.
Patient Experience requirements: HCA follows ICARE values, I CARE values are integrity, compassion, always, and respect as well as AIDET to keep patients informed and make them feel heard, AIDET stands for the five key communication behaviors that create positive care interactions: acknowledge, introduce, duration, explanation and thank you.
Hospital Specifics-
Certifications: BLS and CPI

Hiring profile
Requested Skill Set: Ability to assess patients' mental health status, including recognizing signs of psychiatric disorders, substance use, and behavioral problems. This involves taking thorough patient histories, observing behavior, and using diagnostic tools.
Care Planning: Developing individualized care plans based on the needs of patients with mental health and behavioral issues. This includes setting goals, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes.
Medication Management: Administering psychiatric medications and monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions. Knowledge of psychotropic medications
Must have:
Crisis Intervention: Providing immediate, short-term support to patients in crisis (e.g., suicidal ideation, aggression). This includes de-escalation techniques and appropriate medication management.

Advanced skills needed:
Therapeutic Communication: Building trust and rapport with patients through effective communication skills, active listening, and empathy.

Procedures performed on unit:
Monitoring patients for physical and psychological symptoms, including vital signs, mental status changes, and medication effects.
Certifications Required:
BLS and CPI

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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About TalentBurst, Inc.

TalentBurst Health  stands at the forefront of the healthcare and life sciences workforce marketplace. With a strong legacy of delivering exceptional value to some of the most respected organizations in the industry, we remain steadfast in our mission to fuel innovation and excellence through top-tier talent.

As we continue to grow, TalentBurst is rapidly emerging as the employer of choice for nursing professionals. We are proud to support the vital professionals who power these dynamic industries.

Our team excels in connecting clients with deep, specialized talent pools, solving complex workforce challenges, and elevating both our clients and ourselves as leading employers within the healthcare and life sciences communities.

The U.S. healthcare industry is the nation’s third-largest employer, accounting for over 14% of the adult workforce—and it continues to expand.

At TalentBurst, we are uniquely positioned to support this upward trajectory—empowering our clients and talent to thrive in an evolving landscape full of opportunity.

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