Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 available!

About the Organization

Hillcrest Family Services is a non-profit organization that assists adults and children in need of help. Every day, Hillcrest builds confidence in hundreds of people and families. We strive to be a leading provider in supporting brain health and wellness. Were a place where compassion is commonplace. Where our passion soars and faith restores.

About the Program

At Hillcrest Family Services, the compassion and extensive experience of our counseling team means we provide a broad range of mental health services and treat a wide array of conditions for individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds at our Mental Health Centers (MHCs), including:

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Anxiety
• Bipolar Disorder
• Couples Counseling
• Depression
• Family Counseling
• Grief/Loss
• Medication Management
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Phobias
• Psychological Assessment & Testing
• Stress
• Trauma

Your Responsibilities

As a Nurse (RN or LPN), you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to plan, direct, coordinate and provide health services to the clients of Hillcrest Family Services' Mental Health Center.  Responsibilities will also include:

• Assessing, monitoring, and evaluating the needs for health services to clients
• Communicating the needs for health services to clients and staff
• Assisting all prescribers in monitoring medication and other health issues
• Providing direct nursing service to clients
• Educating clients and staff regarding psychotropic medication
• Assessing client needs thoroughly and responding with appropriate interventions followed by documentation in the EHR

What You Need

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current Iowa licensure in good standing pursuant to 655-Chapter 3
• At least one (1) year of prior experience working with persons with mental illness and other clients typically served at a Community Mental Health Center
• Knowledge on psychotropic medications, DSM-IV diagnosis, and co-occurring disorders
• Proficiency in time management and EHR documentation
• Demonstration of a professional commitment to providing services to medically underserved individuals
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position

Competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Staff development and training
• Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 available

Additional Information

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job posting are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. A complete list of job duties may be requested at any time during the job application process. Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal background checks and drug screening. EEO Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled