RN - Psychiatric/Correctional

Adelphi is seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide medical services at, a state-operated forensic psychiatric facility in Missouri. The RNs will deliver direct patient care in a secure mental health setting, support individuals with serious mental illness and complex needs, and collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams while complying with all applicable state policies, clinical standards, and facility procedures.

Job Quick Facts:

• ID: BD-892-11
• Profession: Nursing
• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Facility Type: Inpatient
• Location: Missouri
• Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts; Day (6:00 a.m.6:30 p.m.) or Night (6:00 p.m.6:30 a.m.); alternating 36 and 48 hours per week; every other weekend required
• Rate: $45 -$55 Requirements
• Current, active Missouri Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience working as an RN in a psychiatric and/or correctional setting.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience working in a traveling, agency, contract, or temporary RN role.
• Ability to work on any unit and at either FTC campus as assigned.
• Successful completion of all required background checks, screenings, and health clearances, including fingerprinting, drug screening, TB testing, and vaccinations as required. Responsibilities
• Provide direct nursing care to forensic psychiatric patients in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and facility protocols.
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions, behaviors, and responses to treatment.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.
• Function as an active member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, collaborating with physicians, mental health professionals, and support staff.
• Respond appropriately to psychiatric and medical emergencies within a secure facility.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with state and facility requirements.
• Participate in required orientation, training, and ongoing competency activities.
• Adhere to all security, safety, confidentiality, and professional conduct standards while on assignment.