What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse LPN/RN Crisis Center (PRN, All Shifts) position at Compass Health Network?
Description
To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $1,500 for Nurses.* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!
Bring your nursing expertise to where it matters — join us as a Crisis Center Nurse and provide care and stability to individuals in their most critical moments.
Schedule: PRN, All Availability, all shifts.
As a Nurse (LPN/RN) at our Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC) and/or Youth Behavioral Health Urgent Care (YBHUC), you’ll deliver compassionate, professional nursing care to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. Working alongside an interdisciplinary team, you’ll ensure safety, coordinate care, and provide education that empowers patients and their families.
This is a great opportunity for someone who:
- Wants to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals in crisis with calm and skill
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where every day is different
- Values collaboration with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals
- Finds fulfillment in both direct patient care and patient education
Key Responsibilities
- Provide nursing assessments, vital signs, and daily care for patients in crisis
- Administer and manage medications, including injections and controlled substance counts
- Deliver patient and family education on health, wellness, and medication use
- Document care accurately in the electronic health record
- Coordinate with physicians, psychiatrists, hospitals, pharmacies, and community partners
- Offer virtual nursing support to other Behavioral Health Crisis Centers, as needed
- Support and mentor team members while maintaining professional nursing standards
Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- High School/GED degree required
- Practical nursing certificate required -or-
- Associate/Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
- At least one year of psychiatric experience; experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred
Licensure/Certification
LPN, RN or a graduate nurse that must pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation required
You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
LPN, RN or a graduate nurse that must pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation required
You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
- Stay steady and compassionate when working with individuals who may be agitated or in distress
- Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and team members
- Balance professionalism and empathy in high-pressure situations
- Thrive in an environment where flexibility, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills are essential
- Believe in providing care that inspires hope and promotes wellness
- Retention bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
About Compass Health Network
About Compass Health Network
Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality care throughout Missouri. We provide a comprehensive range of integrated services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), Compass Health is uniquely positioned to meet the complex and evolving needs of the communities we serve.
Our network includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, allowing us to expand our impact and reach across the state. Each part of our organization contributes to our mission: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.
Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network, has been serving the St. Louis metropolitan area since 1982. While Adapt operates as a for-profit organization, it shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered mental health services. Adapt specializes in community-based support for adults with mental health conditions, focusing on recovery-oriented services such as psychosocial rehabilitation and case management that foster independence and meaningful community engagement.
Royal Oaks Hospital serves all acute behavioral health care inpatient needs for children and adolescents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our multi-disciplinary team continually strives to set the standards in patient safety and are committed to providing the highest quality of care. Royal Oaks Hospital believes in the health and wellbeing of our patients and it shows in the care they receive each and every day.
Why Join Us?
Whether you're joining Compass Health Network or Adapt of Missouri, you’ll become part of a dedicated, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where your work is valued and your professional growth is encouraged.
We offer:
- Competitive Benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Personal and professional development
- Licensure supervision
- Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness program with Xponential access
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- National Health Service Corp loan repayment eligibility*
*Please note: While Compass Health Network is eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, positions with Adapt of Missouri are not eligible due to its for-profit status.
Your Career, Your Impact
Whether you're beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you’ll find purpose and opportunity with us. Join a team where your skills and compassion make a meaningful impact—every single day.
Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you!
Equal Opportunity Statement
Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $36 - $45