Registered Nurse- Pediatric Mental/Behavioral Health

About the role

The Registered Nurse supports the overall health and safety of acute youth psychiatric patients through medication administration, health assessments, infection control, documentation, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and consultation with direct care staff.

Responsibilities

• Complete nursing assessments and documentation within required timelines.
• Perform ongoing assessments and monitor vital signs per policy.
• Administer medications, including psychotropic and PRN medications, and document accurately.
• Monitor infection control, respond to injuries and emergencies, and provide first aid as needed.
• Communicate with physicians, guardians, and treatment teams regarding patient health.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all medical interventions, orders, and records.
• Partner with the staff nutritionist to meet patient dietary needs and report allergies.
• Participate in treatment planning, staff training, and patient education groups.
• Assist with lab specimen collection and ensure timely pharmacy coordination.
• Support safety and wellbeing by following all KVC procedures and protocols.

Requirements

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• 3-6 months related experience and/or training.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMHN) or Pediatric Nursing (CPN).
• Experience in school-based or educational health programs.
• Training in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention.
• Strong understanding of child development and common pediatric mental health disorders.
• Knowledge of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and 504 plans.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Skills for Success

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to respond calmly and confidently to behavioral health crises.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills.
• Empathy, cultural competence, and a child-centered approach to care.

Shift Differentials

• Weekend differential ($2/hr).
• Evening differential ($3/hr).
• Preceptor differential ($2/hr).

Why Join Camber?

• #15 Best Led Companies in the U.S. — Glassdoor, 2025.
• Indeed Work Wellbeing Score of 83 — measuring happiness, purpose, satisfaction and stress as rated by our own employees.
• Competitive pay with strong shift differentials.
• Great health benefits- including medical, vision and free dental insurance for employees.
• 403b with company match, tuition reimbursement up to $21,000, and free Employee Assistance Program for therapeutic, legal and financial services, plus personalized work-life resources.
• A Supportive Work Culture: We believe in work-life balance, providing access to talent development programs, professional growth, wellness benefits, and a collaborative, supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to grow your clinical skills in a residential behavioral health setting.
• Commitment to safety & wellbeing: Camber Mental Health hospitals have officially achieved the WELL Health-Safety Rating from the International WELL Building Institute—making them the only clinical mental health spaces in the country to earn this certification.
• Make an Impact: Mission-driven work that directly impacts patient wellbeing in a supportive, collaborative clinical environment.

About Camber

Camber Mental Health is a subsidiary of KVC Health Systems. Children’s Mercy and Camber Mental Health have partnered and opened this state of the art 72-bed mental health inpatient hospital located in Olathe, Kansas- expanding inpatient pediatric mental health treatment capacity and access in the greater Kansas City area and across the region. This hospital serves as an inpatient mental health healing campus. Our team provides compassionate treatment for children and teens who are struggling with their mental health. We work to meet the unique needs of each child to help them achieve mental wellness so they can live happier lives full of hope.