Open Position: RN - Psych Adult

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $4233.36

Opportunity:

RN - Psychiatric

Job Details:

* 12-hour shifts required with coverage needed seven days a week including weekends
* 48 hours guaranteed preferred
* Three 12-hour shifts required per day with no guaranteed days off unless specified in contract
* No on-call requirements
* Float policy based on greatest unit need
* Work across multiple units including ADOL (adolescent patients ages 12-18), Serenity (lower acuity adult unit), ITU (higher acuity adult unit for thought disorder diagnoses), SRAD (senior lifestyle patients), and VINE (lower acuity adult unit)
* Patient ratios of 8:1 for nurses
* Documentation system: Meditech
* Nurses required to wear blue scrubs
* Assess patients' mental health status including recognizing signs of psychiatric disorders, substance use, and behavioral problems
* Develop individualized care plans for patients with mental health and behavioral issues including setting goals, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes
* Administer psychiatric medications and monitor for side effects or adverse reactions with knowledge of psychotropic medications required
* Provide crisis intervention and short-term support to patients in crisis including de-escalation techniques and appropriate medication management
* Utilize therapeutic communication to build trust and rapport with patients through active listening and empathy
* Monitor patients for physical and psychological symptoms including vital signs, mental status changes, and medication effects
* Required certifications: BLS and active Blue Card CPI

Facility:

This psychiatric center provides specialized mental health care across multiple distinct units serving a diverse patient population. The facility offers comprehensive psychiatric services ranging from adolescent care to senior mental health support, with varying levels of acuity to meet individualized patient needs. The organization follows ICARE values emphasizing integrity, compassion, and respect, while utilizing AIDET communication standards to ensure positive patient care interactions.

Location:

Kansas City, MO

Kansas City offers a vibrant urban lifestyle with a rich cultural scene, world-famous barbecue, and a thriving arts and entertainment district, making it an exciting place to live and work. The city provides an affordable cost of living combined with a strong sense of community and plenty of outdoor recreation, sports, and social activities to enjoy outside of work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.