Current Kansas RN licensure (ADN or BSN) required.
Preferred: 1 year of psychiatric nursing or crisis intervention experience.
Strong knowledge of behavioral health crisis care and psychiatric medications.
CPR and First Aid certification required (provided by the Center).
Ability to work in high-pressure situations and respond to emergencies.
Must pass background checks and pre-employment drug screening.
Valid driver's license with no substance-related offenses in the past 5 years.
Responsibilities
Conduct initial and ongoing nursing assessments for patients.
Monitor vital signs and communicate significant changes to medical providers.
Administer medications and educate patients on their effects.
Provide clinical support during acute mental health and substance use crises.
Implement safety precautions, including suicide prevention measures.
Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies per established protocols.
Collaborate with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care.
Benefits
Excellent Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance.
Life Insurance coverage.
Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Time.
403(b) and KPERS Retirement Plans.
Supplemental Benefits options available.
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Holiday pay for recognized holidays in addition to hours worked.
Convention Leave & Funds for continuing education units (CEUs).
Support for license renewal and scholarship opportunities.
$4,500 sign-on bonus for overnight shifts.
Full Job Description
Now Hiring: Mental Health RN - Starting at $35-46 per hour!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 23rd, 2026 at 7:00am CDT.
Position: CIC Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Hays, Kansas | Crisis Intervention Center
Pay: Starting at $35-46 per hour [based on experience] | Shift differentials available- earn $1-3 more per hour) | $4,500 ENHANCED SIGN-ON BONUS (overnight shift)
Job Type: Full-time | In-person | [PRN hours also available]
Schedule: 7pm-7am | 3 days per week | Working every other weekend | Some holidays required
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Conduct initial nursing assessments upon admission and ongoing assessments to monitor patients' physical and behavioral health throughout their stay.
Monitor vital signs, changes in patient condition, medication responses, and other clinical concerns; communicate significant findings to medical providers.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor therapeutic effects and potential side effects, and provide medication education to patients.
Provide nursing care and clinical support to individuals experiencing acute mental health and substance use crises.
Use crisis intervention, verbal de-escalation, and trauma-informed approaches to manage escalating behaviors and promote patient safety.
Implement and monitor patient safety precautions, including suicide prevention, self-harm prevention, and individualized safety plans.
Respond to medical and behavioral health emergencies in accordance with established protocols and training.
Follow state regulations and facility policies regarding restraints and seclusion, including required monitoring and documentation.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, APRNs, the Clinical Director, nurses, and behavioral health staff to coordinate care and communicate changes in treatment needs.
Support treatment planning and work alongside case managers to coordinate patient needs, referrals, and discharge planning.
Educate patients and families on medications, treatment recommendations, coping strategies, and follow-up care.
Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation, including assessments, medication administration, clinical observations, interventions, and patient responses.
Maintain current knowledge of psychiatric nursing, psychopharmacology, mental health disorders, and evidence-based behavioral health practices through training and continuing education.
WHAT WE OFFER:
-Competitive Pay: from $35-46 per hour [plus earn $1-$3 more per hour with shift differentials!]
-Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Excellent Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Time
403(b) Plan
KPERS Retirement Plan
Supplemental Benefits
HSA & FSA
Holiday pay [holiday pay in addition to any hours worked; our Center recognizes 7 holidays]
Convention Leave & Funds [to obtain CEUs]
License Renewal
Scholarship, work-study, & internship opportunities for employees
$4,500 SIGN-ON BONUS
And more!
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION:
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the future of mental health services, we want to hear from you! APPLY TODAY!
If you have any questions or need help with documentation, please feel free to contact CAREERS@HPMH.COM.
Requirements
Must be 21+ years old with current Kansas RN licensure (ADN or BSN).
Preferred, but not required: one year of psychiatric nursing, crisis intervention, emergency care, or inpatient experience.
Strong knowledge of behavioral health crisis care, psychiatric medications, and trauma-informed care.
Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification (provided by our Center).
Must pass all required background checks (KBI, KDADS).
Physically capable of working in high-pressure situations and responding to emergencies.
Must comply with TB testing and health screening protocols.
Muss pass pre-employment drug screening.
Must maintain a valid driver's license; [MVR will be checked]. No substance-related driving offenses in the past 5 years.
