Behavioral Health Clinic Nurse - Nights; LPN​/RN

Job Description:

Job Title:

Clinic Nurse (LPN or RN)

Location:

Independence, MO Department:
Rapid Access Unit
- Behavioral Crisis Center

Employment Type:

Full time (Thursday-Friday with alternating Saturdays 7pm-7am)

Job Summary:

If you’re passionate about providing meaningful, hands-on care while supporting individuals on their path to recovery, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference overnight. As an Overnight Clinic Nurse (LPN), you’ll join a compassionate, collaborative healthcare team dedicated to promoting safety, dignity, and healing for individuals receiving behavioral health and substance use disorder services. You’ll be trusted to use your clinical skills, empathy, and judgment to support clients during critical hours, build strong relationships, and contribute to a therapeutic environment where people feel supported and  this role, you’ll provide direct nursing care across outpatient psychiatry, addiction treatment, and residential housing services.

Responsibilities include medication administration, nursing assessments, documentation, and clinical support services that ensure continuity of care. You’ll serve as a knowledgeable clinical resource for both clients and staff while helping maintain a safe, organized, and responsive clinical environment throughout the overnight shift.

This position offers…Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel

Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition Workplace Culture
- An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce Additional Perks & Benefits
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Key Responsibilities:

Administer prescribed medications safely and accurately using oral, injection, and self‑administration methods based on service line requirements

Perform nursing assessments, including physical and mental health evaluations and psychiatric screeners

Support clients by answering medication questions and coordinating refill requests with providers according to established procedures

Monitor medication administration records (MARs), complete medication counts, and manage housing medication inventory and refills

Prepare and pass medications as required, ensuring compliance with clinical standards

Room clients, verify medical histories, confirm visit purposes, and collect vital signs and specimens such as blood and urine

Complete accurate, timely documentation for nursing assessments, client interactions, educational groups, and safety planning

Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date medical and medication records, assisting with lab and phlebotomy duties as needed

Serve as a clinical resource for nursing and medical concerns, including infection control and client hygiene

Participate in required meetings and perform additional duties as assigned by nursing leadership

Education, Experience, and/or Credential

Qualifications:

Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Missouri Graduation from an accredited practical nurse program

Additional Qualifications:

Successful completion of background checks, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks

Current driver’s license with acceptable driving record and active auto insurance

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to document clearly and professionally

Ability to protect confidential and sensitive medical information in compliance with privacy standards

Demonstrated problem‑solving skills, adaptability, and willingness to learn and collaborate…