Registered Nurse

Description

Who We Are

Pawnee Mental Health is proud of the high-quality services we provide and the positive outcomes our clients achieve. Our employees are at the center of that impact.

We serve individuals across 10 counties in Kansas who are navigating mental health and substance use challenges, many of whom also experience related physical health conditions. Our approach is rooted in integrated, whole-person care, because we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful and productive life.

If you are passionate about combining physical and behavioral health care in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.

What We Offer

 At Pawnee Mental Health, we are committed to supporting our employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• HRSA- Health Workforce:  Loan Repayment Program for Health Careers 
• Continuing Education: Pawnee provides up to 5 days of additional paid leave for continuing education and a fund of up to $1,000 annually.
• Medical & Vision Insurance: Accessible plans to support your health needs offered through BCBS or Aetna.
• Dental Insurance: 100% covered by Pawnee for employees.
• Kansas Public Employee Retirement System (KPERS): Secure your future with KPERS retirement benefits, a lifetime pension program.
• Life Insurance: coverage up to 150% of your annual income and long-term disability insurance at no cost.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy 8 paid holidays throughout the year.
• Generous PTO:   Start earning 10 hours of PTO per month—equivalent to 15 days per year—with an increase to 24 days per year after your first anniversary.
• Paid Medical Leave: Receive a 40-hour bank of paid medical leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access support resources for your personal and professional life.
• Supplemental Benefits: Additional life insurance coverage, ambulance transportation, short term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and more.

What you'll Do

The RN or LPN is a key member of the care team within a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). In this role, the nurse supports the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include providing clinical support, assisting with care coordination, and helping ensure that patients’ physical and behavioral health needs are addressed in a comprehensive and compassionate manner, consistent with scope of practice 

Essential Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care Support:

· Support licensed providers (APRN, PA, MD, DO) in delivering safe, high-quality care to patients across the lifespan, consistent with scope of practice.

· Obtain and document vital signs, health histories, and other relevant clinical information; contribute to patient assessment through data collection and observation.

· Prepare patients and clinical environments for examinations and procedures; assist providers during visits and interventions.

· Administer medications and treatments as ordered by a licensed provider—including injections, immunizations, and basic wound care—in accordance with licensure and organizational policy.

· Perform routine clinical tasks such as specimen collection, point-of-care testing, EKGs, and other diagnostics as ordered.

· Provide patient and family education related to treatment plans, medications, and general health and wellness, reinforcing provider guidance.

· Observe, document, and report patient responses to care, identifying and communicating changes or concerns to the provider and care team in a timely manner.

Care Coordination & Whole-Person Support:

· Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support integrated, whole-person care, addressing physical health, behavioral health, and social needs.

· Assist with care coordination activities, including referrals, follow-up appointments, and communication across internal and external providers and services.

· Support screening and monitoring activities (e.g., health status, functional needs, or risk factors) using standardized tools, as directed.

· Help patients and families navigate healthcare and community systems by providing information on available services and resources.

· Reinforce continuity of care by tracking follow-up needs, supporting outreach efforts, and ensuring relevant information is communicated across the care team.

· Promote a patient-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach in all interactions.

 Qualifications:  Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current Kansas Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, CMA, or similar credential preferred
• Experience in healthcare coordination, case management, or patient support, preferably in a primary care or behavioral health setting.
• Knowledge of healthcare systems, community resources, and the ability to assist patients with navigating complex care needs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills using the English language.
•  Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and other healthcare management tools.
• Basic personal computer skills.
• · Understanding of patient confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and healthcare documentation standards.

Preferred:

• Experience working in integrated or team-based care settings
• Familiarity with behavioral health conditions and commonly used medications
• Experience with Microsoft Office or similar software