Registered Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Full-Time

Weekdays 7am-7pm

Make your work matter every single day.

At KVC, nursing is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of someone’s turning point. Our team works at the frontlines of behavioral health, supporting patients through some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. If you’re looking for purpose, impact, and a team that truly values compassion and collaboration, this is where you belong.

We’re proud to share that our Work Wellbeing Score on Indeed is 83 , reflecting a strong culture where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to do meaningful work.

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides compassionate, high-quality nursing care in an inpatient psychiatric setting. This role is central to patient recovery—administering medications, monitoring health status, documenting care, and responding to urgent medical needs.

You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary treatment team to implement individualized care plans while maintaining a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment for patients and colleagues alike.

• Must be at least 20 years of age

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Kansas

• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance

• Three to six months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred:

• Experience in behavioral health settings

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and reassessments

• Administer medications and monitor medication administration records using barcode scanning

• Review and implement provider orders promptly

• Monitor patient conditions, allergies, and reactions to medications or foods

• Provide first aid and basic wound care within scope of practice

• Accurately document patient care in the electronic health record (EHR)

• Obtain and record vital signs and collect lab specimens as ordered

• Coordinate appointments and communicate with pharmacy and providers

• Participate in treatment teams and collaborate on individualized care plans

• Support patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, nutrition, and mobility

• Lead or assist with therapeutic and educational groups

• Respond to crises using trained de-escalation techniques

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, infection control, and all regulatory standards

• Maintain clean, safe, and organized clinical environments

• Complete all documentation before end of shift and provide thorough handoff reports

At KVC, everything we do is grounded in our values:

• Helping people is at the heart of our work

• Authenticity and compassion define our character

• Family connection drives our culture

• Collaboration fuels improvement

• Urgency and innovation shape our approach

• Diverse perspectives strengthen our progress

We expect our team members to lead by example, stay solutions-focused, and build on the strengths of the children, families, and communities we serve.

This role requires frequent standing, walking, and active patient engagement. Duties may include lifting up to 75 pounds, assisting with patient mobility, and performing tasks that require physical agility. Visual acuity and attention to detail are essential for safe and effective patient care.

You won’t just clock in—you’ll contribute to life-changing outcomes. Here, your clinical skills meet purpose-driven work in an environment that prioritizes both patient care and employee wellbeing.