The Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing services across various behavioral health and medical settings, including assessments and medication management. They coordinate care with treatment teams and physicians to ensure patient health and safety.
The Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for providing nursing services to clients/patients in a variety of settings to include but not limited to: residential care facilities, behavioral health programs, substance use disorder treatment programs, crisis centers, outpatient and/or primary medical care clinics or in the community within client/patient homes.
Perform all appropriate nursing assessments per service line requirements, utilizing a high level of clinical competence.
Evaluate the client/patient’s physical condition and the need for services.
Complete required screenings, record the client/patient’s initial medical histories and vital signs; coordinate any required action planning based on results.
Monitor the health status of the client/patient during services provided.
Work with the treatment team to coordinate care based on client/patient needs.
Create action plans for client/patient based on physical and mental health in regards to treatment needs.
Oversee infectious disease control, client/patient hygiene, and related client & facility health issues, under the supervision of nursing leadership.
Provide disease prevention, risk reduction and other health education as needed.
Arrange medical appointments for client/patients dealing with medical conditions that occur during treatment and manage medical emergencies, such as accidental injuries and/or drug reactions.
Consult with a physician/advanced practice provider as necessary or advocate for medical services through managed care organizations.
Arrange or monitor special dietary needs for medical conditions.
Review medication requirements with clients/patients, educating the client and guardian (if necessary) about the benefits of taking prescribed medications as prescribed.
Administer and oversee administration of medications via various methods according to service line requirements; Monitor medication compliance in regard to State Regulatory standards.
Consult with the physician/advanced practice provider or pharmacy to confirm medications prescribed.
Oversee therapeutic injection of medication (subcutaneous or intramuscular).
Monitor lab levels including consultation with physicians/advanced practice providers, clients, and clinical staff.
Coordinate medication needs with pharmacies, clients/patients, and families, including the use of indigent drug programs.
Monitor medication side-effects including the use of standardized evaluations.
Monitor physician orders for treatment modifications requiring client/patient education.
Assists Physician/Advanced Practice Provider with client/patient exams.
Sets up and draws any necessary labs and performs any special procedures as requested by the Physician/Advanced Practice Provider.
Complete all required documentation in a timely manner as indicated in company policies and procedures.
Demonstrate interest in long term and short term goals and objectives of the company.
Other duties as assigned by program leadership.
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Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up the 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Missouri often draw steady demand, especially for licensed counselors who can support adults, children, and adolescents across varied care settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want fully licensed LPCs with broad population experience, and benefits such as health, dental, vision, parental leave, and flexible schedules can influence candidate interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Missouri LPC status and highlight direct experience with all three age groups in your application.