{"id":20569,"date":"2026-05-28T21:18:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T21:18:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/crisis-intervention-nurse\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T11:50:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T15:50:38","slug":"crisis-intervention-nurse","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/crisis-intervention-nurse\/","title":{"rendered":"Crisis Intervention Nurse"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Now Hiring: Mental Health RN \u2013 Starting at $35-46 per hour!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>APPLICATION DEADLINE: <\/strong>Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 at 7:00am CDT.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Position:<\/strong> CIC Registered Nurse (RN) (PRN)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Hays, Kansas | Crisis Intervention Center<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pay:<\/strong> Starting at $35-46 per hour [based on experience] | Shift differentials available- earn $1-3 more per hour) | $500 SIGN-ON BONUS<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> PRN (as-needed) | In-person | [full-time hours also available]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Schedule: <\/strong>Working up to 28 hrs\/wk on a PRN basis | Must work at least two 12-hr shifts per month | Must sign up for &gt;2 holidays\/year<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Be a part of history. <\/strong>High Plains Mental Health Center is proud to have launched one of Kansas\u2019s first Crisis Intervention Centers (CIC) \u2014 and we want YOU to be part of this groundbreaking journey. This center is already playing a vital role in transforming mental health care across northwest Kansas by easing the burden on local hospitals and law enforcement, shortening inpatient waitlists, and providing critical mental health services close to home for those in need.<\/p>\n<p>As a <strong>24\/7 inpatient facility<\/strong>, the CIC offers multiple shifts and a variety of career opportunities. Now is the time to raise your hand and secure your spot! For more information about the Crisis Intervention Center (CIC), please visit: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/aiBTIYtxxOo?si=NXaOPxlNgRFDAC8z\">[HPMHC CIC].<\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re ready for a rewarding opportunity, and want to be supported by an organization that stands by its mission of being \u201cHere for You,\u201d this is your chance. <strong>APPLY TODAY!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>WHAT YOU\u2019LL DO:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As an RN at the CIC, you\u2019ll provide essential nursing care, crisis stabilization, and medication management to individuals in acute mental health distress, including those with co-occurring substance use disorders. You\u2019ll be part of a multidisciplinary team supporting patient stabilization, safety, and recovery. Key responsibilities include:<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Conducting nursing assessments and monitoring patient status throughout their stay.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Administering medications and monitoring effects under psychiatric supervision.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Using crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure a safe environment.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Supporting suicide prevention, seclusion\/restraint protocols, and trauma-informed practices.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Documenting all clinical activity accurately and timely.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Educating patients and families on mental health care and recovery strategies.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Collaborating closely with physicians, APRNs, and the broader treatment team, helping to ensure continuity of care.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Ensuring regulatory compliance and upholding patient dignity in every interaction.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>WHY JOIN US?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At High Plains Mental Health Center, we&#8217;re here for you \u2014 not only for the individuals and communities we serve, but for every member of our team. Our mission drives everything we do, and that includes supporting our employees with the same<strong> compassion, dedication, and care <\/strong>we offer our clients.<\/p>\n<p>When you join us, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work has a real impact. You\u2019ll provide critical mental health services to those who need them most, while being part of a team that values your expertise, supports your well-being, and invests in your <strong>professional growth <\/strong>through continuous learning and <strong>career advancement opportunities.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Must be 21+ years old with current Kansas RN licensure (ADN or BSN).<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Preferred, but not required: one year of psychiatric nursing, crisis intervention, emergency care, or inpatient experience.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Strong knowledge of behavioral health crisis care, psychiatric medications, and trauma-informed care.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification (provided by our Center).<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Must pass all required background checks (KBI, KDADS).<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Physically capable of working in high-pressure situations and responding to emergencies.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Must comply with TB testing and health screening protocols.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Muss pass pre-employment drug screening.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Must maintain a valid driver&#8217;s license; [MVR will be checked]. No substance-related driving offenses in the past 5 years.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re 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 using this link: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/recruiting.paylocity.com\/recruiting\/jobs\/Apply\/4118506\/High-Plains-Mental-Health-Center\/Registered-Nurse-RN-PRN\"><strong>[HPMHC CAREERS!]<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you have any questions or need help with documentation, please feel free to contact<a href=\"mailto:CAREERS@HPMH.COM\"><strong> CAREERS@HPMH.COM.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>High Plains Mental Health Center \u2013 We\u2019re Here For You!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_ch_employer_id":"13926","_ch_external_id":"11084813","_ch_location_state":"","_ch_location_city":"","_ch_is_ocr_job":"","_ch_expiration_date":"2026-06-28","_ch_apply_link":"https:\/\/monmouth.joinhandshake.com\/jobs\/11084813\/share_preview"},"ch_stakeholder":[],"ch_class_year":[],"ch_job_category":[86],"ch_career_skill":[],"ch_industry":[62],"class_list":["post-20569","ch_job","type-ch_job","status-publish","hentry","ch_job_category-full-time","ch_industry-healthcare-medicine-wellness"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_job\/20569","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_job"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/ch_job"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20569"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"ch_stakeholder","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_stakeholder?post=20569"},{"taxonomy":"ch_class_year","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_class_year?post=20569"},{"taxonomy":"ch_job_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_job_category?post=20569"},{"taxonomy":"ch_career_skill","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_career_skill?post=20569"},{"taxonomy":"ch_industry","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ch_industry?post=20569"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}