Nursing Services Manager

Nursing Services Manager – Lead with Purpose at KVC Missouri
Location: Columbia, MO

Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career? KVC Missouri’s Residential Treatment Center is seeking a Nursing Services Manager to lead our nursing team and oversee the medical care of the children we serve. This is more than just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families in need while advancing your career in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

About the Role

As the Nursing Services Manager, you will supervise and guide the nursing team, ensuring the highest standard of care for the immediate, routine, and emergency medical needs of our clients. Your leadership will directly contribute to the success of our trauma-informed, therapeutic environment, helping children heal and thrive.

Who You Are

You are a compassionate leader with a passion for nursing and a strong commitment to quality care. You thrive in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments and are skilled at mentoring and developing nursing teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Degree in Nursing

• Licensure: LPN in Missouri required (RN preferred)

• Experience: Three to five years of relevant experience preferred, ideally in residential treatment, mental health, or trauma-informed care

Leadership and Key Skills

• Experience leading teams in healthcare settings

• Strong communication, organization, and crisis management skills

• Ability to train, supervise, and support nursing staff

• Proficiency in documentation, Microsoft Office applications, and electronic medical records

• Independent decision-making and ability to manage confidential information

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements

Why This Role?

• Lead a team making a real difference in children’s lives

• Shape and enhance nursing practices in a trauma-informed environment

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to child welfare

• Grow within a mission-driven nonprofit that invests in its employees

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off

Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.

• Paid Parental Leave

Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

• 403(b) with Company Match

Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

• Tuition Reimbursement

Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

• Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement

Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

• Employee Assistance Program

Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

• Wellness Benefits

Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.