Behavioral Health Nurse (LPN or RN)

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Behavioral Health Clinical Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care in a clinical setting. Behavioral Health Nurse will assist providers with patient care and follow-up ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care.

Duties include but not limited to interviewing patients obtaining vital signs preparing patients and assisting providers with patient exams and/or treatment continuing responsibility including charting and clerical work as necessary; oversee phone prescriptions and refills to pharmacies. Additionally this position will perform triage with patient phone calls to identify emergent and non-emergent situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing support to Providers during patient visits including intake vital signs exams and treatments
• Perform nursing triage for patient phone calls and identify emergent and non-emergent needs
• Administer injections and medications as ordered
• Coordinate referrals diagnostic testing prior authorizations and follow-up care
• Support patients through all phases of behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment
• Monitor treatment adherence medication compliance and relapse prevention needs
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record
• Collaborate with pharmacies regarding prescriptions and refills
• Educate patients and families on medications treatment plans and follow-up care
• Participate in team meetings training and professional development

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Current unencumbered State of Kansas LPN or RN licensure.
2. BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
3. Current vaccination record meeting ACIP Healthcare Workers Recommendations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Five (5) or more years of experience in a Family Practice or Behavioral Health setting.
2. Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Join our team and be part of a supportive patient-focused environment that values professional growth and collaboration. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for ongoing development in the healthcare field Heres what you can expect:

• Medical Dental and Vision Coverage: Take advantage of our robust health plans to ensure you and your familys well-being.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO accrual of up to 7.71 hours per pay period for a healthy work-life balance.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: Secure your financial future with our retirement savings plan complemented by employer contributions.
• Employee Discounts: Insured employees can enjoy exclusive discounts when utilizing Konzas in-house medical dental and pharmacy services.
• Early Friday Closure: Konza clinics close at 2:00 pm every Friday allowing you to kick off your weekend early.

At Konza we are committed to fostering a workplace that values the contributions of every individual. We believe in the power of different perspectives backgrounds and experiences to drive innovation and success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination.