Registered Nurse Psychiatric

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Psychiatric

Location: Kansas City, MO

Schedule: Full-time, Nights

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patients' mental health status, recognizing signs of psychiatric disorders, substance use, and behavioral problems through thorough patient histories, observations, and diagnostic tools. • Develop individualized care plans based on the needs of patients with mental health and behavioral issues, setting goals, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes. • Administer psychiatric medications, monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions, and maintain knowledge of psychotropic medications. • Provide immediate, short-term support to patients in crisis, utilizing de-escalation techniques and appropriate medication management. • Build trust and rapport with patients through effective communication skills, active listening, and empathy, utilizing therapeutic communication techniques. • Monitor patients for physical and psychological symptoms, including vital signs, mental status changes, and medication effects.

Required Qualifications:

• BLS and CPI certifications • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification • Crisis Intervention certification

Preferred Experience / Skills:

• Experience working in psychiatric settings • Knowledge of psychotropic medications • Experience with electronic medical records (EMRs) • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Why Join Us:

• Join a team dedicated to providing high-quality patient care • Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment

Warnings:

None