Patient Care - Perform thorough assessments, diagnose accurately, and provide effective treatment and education.
Medical Expertise - Apply advanced knowledge in both medicine and psychiatry, including medications, substance use screening, and complex symptom analysis.
Communication - Build trust and rapport with patients, families, and colleagues. Communicate clearly across cultures, ages, and situations.
Ongoing Learning - Stay up to date with the latest in medical practice. Actively seek education and share knowledge with peers.
Teamwork - Collaborate seamlessly within a multidisciplinary system of care.
Clinical Leadership - Take a lead role in guiding clinical decisions and supporting team effectiveness.
Operational Compliance - Work with leadership to meet hospital and regulatory standards (e.g. TJC, DHSS).
Professionalism - Show integrity, respect, and commitment in every interaction.
Quality & Safety - Promote continuous improvement, patient safety, and cultural sensitivity.
Customer Service - Ensure every patient experience is respectful and responsive to their unique needs.
Policy Adherence - Follow all corporate, legal, and ethical standards, including compliance training and reporting.
Performance Standards - Consistently meet or exceed TMC's expectations for care and professionalism.
Qualifications & Skills
Master's in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program
Active RN license in Missouri and Nurse Practitioner certification
Specialty certification (as required by Missouri Board of Nursing)
Active Collaborative Practice Agreement
Current BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification
3-5 years of clinical experience (preferably in mental health or primary care)
Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills
Leadership ability and team-oriented mindset
Excellent communication skills across diverse populations
Commitment to working with individuals experiencing serious mental illness
Ability to manage challenging patient behavior with empathy and professionalism
Aligned with TMC's mission and values
Benefits
Health insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.
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Advanced Practical Registered Nurse (APRN) - Behavioral Health Crisis Center and Residential Services - FT (Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 4:30p)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
UH Behavioral Health
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
KCATC-Kansas City Assessment and Triage Center
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
As an APRN, you'll deliver expert, compassionate care to individuals with serious and persistent mental illnesses. Working closely with physicians and a collaborative care team, you'll assess patients, diagnose conditions, create treatment plans, and provide both physical and psychiatric care. This role also includes occasional on-call duties and coverage beyond your primary area when needed.
You'll bring advanced skills in mental health, health promotion, patient education, and medical management-making a meaningful impact every day.
Trumed · Uh Behavioral Health