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Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

Southeast Missouri Residential Services (SEMORS) is a Missouri Department of Mental Health facility with residential locations in Sikeston and Poplar Bluff. This position will be domiciled at and support our Sikeston facility campus. The regular work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with Saturday and Sunday off. Occasional coverage on other shifts may be necessary at times to meet the needs of the facility, along with infrequent travel to attend offsite meetings and trainings.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern Office Setting
• Growth Opportunities
• Wellness Programs

We're looking for a Registered Nurse Supervisor to join our team and help provide one-on-one care. A successful candidate has previous experience, a strong work ethic and an active interest in serving, empowering, and supporting Missourians to live their best lives. Applicants not qualified as a Specialist may be considered under an RN classification.

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. If you enjoy caring for others and want to make a difference then by joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability, so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

This is an advanced Registered Nurse position accountable for supporting the nursing services of our campus DBH program. The incumbent will plan and schedule the delivery of nursing services to individuals, with a focus on comprehensive, quality care in an inter-disciplinary team approach setting. This includes direct involvement in the development and implementation of infection control, health facility surveying, and direct support staff training, including Level One Med Aide certification and insulin administration delegation.

• • Participates in individual habilitation treatment plan meetings and provides necessary nursing assessments for individuals residing on campus in a congregate setting.
  • Prepare and conduct various nursing assessments and develop nursing diagnoses.
  • May accompany individuals to medical appointments off site.
  • Communicate with Director of Nursing, clinicians, inter-disciplinary team, direct support staff and external stakeholders professionally and effectively to ensure quality care of the individuals supported.
  • Ability to administer detailed therapeutic prescriptions and nursing interventions.

Qualifications - All you need for success

• Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri's Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Knowledge of current nursing theory, practices, and techniques. Skill in applying practical nursing principles in the care of persons with physical or mental illness, developmental or intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities and/or the geriatric population.
• At least 2-4 years of experience working as a registered nurse.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of position, including frequent standing and walking, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Please note that documentation that supports your eligibility (i.e. transcripts, current license (MO), employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process. If you do not possess the minimum qualifications, please consider one of many other employment opportunities with the State of Missouri.

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

Human Resources Assistant Angela Penrod at (573)472-6556 or via email at angela.penrod@dmh.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.