RN – Behavioral Health Clinic Position Available In St. Louis, Missouri
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Job Description
RN-Behavioral Health•Clinic at SSM Health summary: The RN-Behavioral Health at MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital provides direct patient care to behavioral health patients, conducts assessments, and collaborates on treatment plans. The role involves supervising clinical staff, ensuring patient safety, and delivering patient and family education according to nursing standards and evidence-based practices. The position operates on a day shift schedule with no weekend or holiday work, requiring appropriate nursing licensure and certifications. It’s more than a career, it’s a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital Worker Type:
Regular Job Highlights:
Department:
Long-Acting Injection Clinic Schedule:
M-F Day Shift |
No Weekends or Holidays Starting Pay:
30.96+/hr. (Offers are based on years of experience and equity for this role.)
Sign On Bonus:
Available for external qualified candidates
Location:
Saint Louis, MO Job Summary:
Provides direct patient care to behavioral health patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Completes admitting and shift assessments on assigned patients including behaviors; accurately and within time-frame set in policy and procedures. Utilizes critical thinking skills and judgement to analyze patient assessment data and notify physician of changes in condition. Participates in the development, review and evaluation of multidisciplinary treatment plans as per policies and procedures. Documents all nursing care given and adheres to nursing standards and ministry policies and procedures. Consistently and accurately implements and records physicians orders. Assesses and monitors patients and environment for safety within the unit. Serves as a clinical resource and supervises care delivered by LPN’s and techs. Educates patients and families based on assessed needs and documents education provided in the Electronic Health Record. Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department’s Scope of Service. As an SSM Health nurse, I will demonstrate the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model. Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide his/her response to the current and evolving health and nursing needs of our patients and our patient populations. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing
EXPERIENCE
No experience required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location:
Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP)•American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Professional Nurse (RN)•Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location:
Missouri Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP)•American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN)•Missouri Division of Professional Registration Or Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by
Compact State State of Work Location:
Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP)•American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN)•Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)
State of Work Location:
Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP)•American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN)•
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type:
Employee Department:
SLUH Long Acting Injectable Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave:
we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options:
our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage :
we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Keywords:
behavioral health nursing, patient assessment, clinical supervision, long-acting injection clinic, evidence-based nursing, care coordination, patient education, mental health care, registered nurse, nursing standards Web Reference
AJF/856401518-943
Posted Date Thu, 26 Jun 2025 To apply for this position you will complete an application form on another website provided by or on behalf of SSM Health . Please note JobShark•Missouri Jobs is not responsible for the application process on any external website.
