Registered Nurse (RN) - Interventional Psychiatry/ECT Nurse - BH Ambulatory Clinic (PRN, ECT, 6:00am - 2:30pm)

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Interventional Psychiatry/ECT Nurse - BH Ambulatory Clinic (PRN, ECT, 6:00am - 2:30pm)

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

UH Behavioral Health, University Health 1 (UH1)

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

Adult Counseling and Medication Clinic UHTMC

Position Type

Part time

Work Schedule

6:00AM - 2:30PM

Hours Per Week

4

Job Description

Rewarding PRN/as needed nursing opportunity - 16-24 hrs per week ECT.

ECT procedures are scheduled on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with flexible hours available for administrative responsibilities. ECT procedures are scheduled on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the main hospital in the PACU, with flexible hours available for administrative responsibilities in our outpatient clinic. Opportunity for additional hours may be available within the Behavioral Health Nursing Department, based on interest and departmental needs.

We're looking for a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to take on a key role as the Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Coordinator in our psychiatry department . In this role, you'll partner with psychiatrists and the care team to ensure a safe, supportive, and well-coordinated experience for patients undergoing ECT.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of ECT treatment with the psychiatrist and care team.
• Educate patients and families about ECT, addressing questions and concerns with empathy and clarity.
• Ensure all assessments and consent forms are completed.
• Work closely with PACU staff to plan and manage pre- and post-procedure care.
• Obtain insurance authorizations and organize all logistics for each ECT session.
• Assist in the delivery of ECT within your clinical scope of practice.
• Uphold the standards of the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and organizational policies.

Minimal Requirements

• A current Missouri RN license (or eligibility for licensure)
• Active BCLS/BLS
• Flexibility to work varying hours based on ECT schedule & needs
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Experience in Critical Care or Behavioral Health
• Specialty RN Certification

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative team that values quality care, safety, and respect.
• Help improve the lives of patients through a proven mental health treatment.
• Contribute to a supportive environment where professionalism and compassion go hand-in-hand.