CIC Registered Nurse
Apply Today as a Registered Nurse—Help Launch a Life-Saving Crisis Center in Kansas!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, December 1st, 2025 at 7:00am CDT.
Position: CIC Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Hays, Kansas | Crisis Intervention Center
Pay: $35 per hour (plus shift differentials) | $325 sign-on bonus
Job Type: Full-time | In-person
Schedule Options: Three 12-hour shifts weekly. Daytime (7a-7p) or Overnight (7p-7a) | Rotating weekly schedule with alternating weekends and holidays
Tentative Start Date: January 20th, 2026
Why You Should Apply:
Be a part of history. High Plains Mental Health Center is proud to be launching one of Kansas’ first Crisis Intervention Centers—and we want YOU to be a part of this groundbreaking journey. This center will play a vital role in transforming mental health care across northwest Kansas, easing the burden on local hospitals and law enforcement, shortening inpatient waitlists, and providing local access to critical mental health care for those in need. This will be a 24/7 inpatient facility, so there will be multiple shifts available for a variety of positions. Now is the time to raise your hand and secure your spot!
For more information about the Crisis Intervention Center (CIC), please visit: [HPMHC CIC].
If you’re ready for a rewarding opportunity, and want to be supported by an organization that stands by its mission of being “Here for You,” this is your chance. APPLY TODAY!
What You’ll Do:
As an RN at the CIC, you’ll provide essential nursing care, crisis stabilization, and medication management to individuals in acute mental health distress, including those with co-occurring substance use disorders. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team supporting patient stabilization, safety, and recovery. Key responsibilities include:
· Conducting nursing assessments and monitoring patient status throughout their stay.
· Administering medications and monitoring effects under psychiatric supervision.
· Using crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure a safe environment.
· Supporting suicide prevention, seclusion/restraint protocols, and trauma-informed practices.
· Documenting all clinical activity accurately and timely.
· Educating patients and families on mental health care and recovery strategies.
· Participating in emergency drills, annual trainings, and continuing education.
· Collaborating closely with physicians, APRNs, and the broader treatment team.
· Ensuring regulatory compliance and upholding patient dignity in every interaction.
Why Join Us?
At High Plains Mental Health Center, we're here for you — not only for the individuals and communities we serve, but for every member of our team. Our mission drives everything we do, and that includes supporting our employees with the same compassion, dedication, and care we offer our clients.
When you join us, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work has a real impact. You’ll provide critical mental health services to those who need them most, while being part of a team that values your expertise, supports your well-being, and invests in your professional growth through continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.
What We Offer:
-Competitive Pay: $35 per hour + shift differentials
-Comprehensive Benefits Package:
o Excellent Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
o Life Insurance
o Paid Time Off
o Extended Illness Time
o 403(b) Plan
o KPERS Retirement Plan
o Supplemental Benefits
o Flexible Spending Accounts
o Holiday pay [8 hours holiday pay in addition to any hours worked; our Center recognizes 7 holidays]
o Convention Funds [to obtain CEUs]
o License Renewal
o NHSC & Nurse Corps-Approved Site [Eligible for Loan Repayment Assistance]
o $325 Sign-On Bonus
o And more!
Qualifications:
· Must be 21+ years old with current Kansas RN licensure (ADN or BSN).
· One year of psychiatric nursing, crisis intervention, emergency care, or inpatient experience preferred.
· Strong knowledge of behavioral health crisis care, psychiatric medications, and trauma-informed care.
· Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification (provided by Center).
· Must pass all required background checks (KBI, KDADS).
· Physically capable of working in high-pressure situations and responding to emergencies.
· Must comply with TB testing and health screening protocols.
· Muss pass pre-employment drug screening.
· Must maintain a valid driver's license; [MVR will be checked].
Submitting Your Application:
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the future of mental health services, we want to hear from you! APPLY TODAY using this link: [HPMHC CAREERS!]
If you have any questions or need help with documentation, please feel free to contact CAREERS@HPMH.COM.
High Plains Mental Health Center – We’re Here For You!
