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Benedictine

RN

Saint Joseph, MO · On-site

$44.13/hr

Joseph Campus Name Benedictine Living Community-St. Joseph Category RN/LPN Position Type Casual Shift Nights Specific Shift Times 7 PM-7 AM Scheduled Days of the Week Varies Weekend Work Requirement ...

Benedictine

Float RN

Saint Joseph, MO · On-site

$46.80/hr

Joseph Campus Name Benedictine Living Community-St. Joseph Category RN/LPN Position Type Casual Shift Various Specific Shift Times Various Scheduled Days of the Week Various Weekend Work Requirement ...

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What is the difference between Community Rn vs Public Health Nurse?

AspectCommunity RnPublic Health Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly additional certificationsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with public health or community health certifications
Work EnvironmentCommunity clinics, home health, outpatient settingsPublic health departments, community outreach programs, clinics
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, home health agenciesGovernment agencies, public health organizations
Common Search/ComparisonCommunity RnPublic Health Nurse

Both Community Rns and Public Health Nurses are registered nurses working in community settings. While Community Rns often focus on direct patient care in clinics or homes, Public Health Nurses emphasize population health, disease prevention, and health education at the community or government level. The roles overlap in credentials and work environments, but their primary focus and employer types differ slightly.

What can I do as a community RN?

A community RN provides healthcare services outside of hospital settings, such as home health visits, health education, and disease management. They assess patient needs, develop care plans, and coordinate with other healthcare providers, often working in community clinics or patients' homes. Certification in public health or home health nursing can enhance their ability to serve diverse populations.

What cities near Saint Joseph, MO are hiring for Community Rn jobs?

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Infographic showing various Community Rn job openings in Saint Joseph, MO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

CDD- Registered Nurse

Kansas City, MO • On-site

Center for Developmentally Disabled
Non-Profits • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Center for Developmentally Disabledexternal

$81K - $86K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN)
Full-Time | Kansas City, MO | Office & Field | Exempt | $81,000-$86,000/Yearly + Full Benefits
CDD is seeking a compassionate, experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide clinical oversight and health support for individuals with developmental disabilities across our residential and community-based programs. As a key member of the nursing and clinical team, you will monitor acute and chronic health needs, coordinate medical care and hospital discharges, support person-centered plans, train direct support staff, and provide clinical guidance that helps individuals receive safe, consistent, high-quality care.
Why You'll Love Working at CDD
- Person-Centered Clinical Impact: Help individuals with developmental disabilities receive coordinated, responsive health care in the homes and communities where they live.
- Clinical Leadership: Serve as a trusted nursing resource for direct support staff, program leaders, families, and outside providers.
- Training & Education: Provide medication administration training, nursing delegation, and practical health education to staff and individuals served.
- Variety of Work: Balance clinical monitoring, care coordination, documentation review, staff consultation, and community-based nursing support.
- Competitive Pay: $81,000-$86,000/yearly plus full benefits package.
What You'll Do
Clinical Oversight & Care Coordination
- Monitor medical services outlined in Person-Centered Plans, including physician orders, labs, dental, vision, hearing, seizure activity, and other health needs.
- Review medical records monthly for an assigned caseload and monitor acute and chronic health conditions within the scope of RN practice.
- Ensure physician orders accurately reflect medications on hand and help coordinate follow-up care when medical needs change.
- Prepare health reviews for PCP/ISP meetings and participate in planning meetings as needed.
- Coordinate transitions and follow-up after hospital stays for serious illness, injury, or other significant medical events.
- Serve as a nursing contact for hospice or end-of-life care when needed and provide ancillary, palliative, or home-health support within licensure guidelines.
Staff Training & DMH Compliance
- Complete Community RN responsibilities as outlined by the Missouri Department of Mental Health.
- Provide approved Level I Medication Administration training and nursing delegation as required by Missouri DMH.
- Train staff and individuals on medications, medical conditions, and simple nursing tasks appropriate for delegation or instruction.
- Consult on medically sensitive cases and provide clear clinical guidance to non-medical staff.
Documentation & Communication
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and communicate changes in health status to appropriate team members.
- Collaborate with agency staff, medical providers, and state or county personnel regarding individual medical needs and services.
- Participate in the medical on-call rotation to provide nursing advice and direction as needed.
What You Bring
Required
- Associate degree or other qualifying nursing degree from an accredited nursing program.
- Current, active Registered Nurse license in the State of Missouri.
- Current CPR certification.
- Sufficient clinical and field experience to meet applicable state requirements and complete required medication administration, First Aid, CPR, and nursing delegation training.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel throughout the Kansas City metro using a personal or agency vehicle as needed.
Preferred
- Two or more years of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Experience with Missouri DMH Community RN requirements, medication administration training, nursing delegation, or residential/ISL services.
- Experience supporting individualized program development, person-centered planning, or medically complex individuals.
The Role at a Glance
- Pay: $81,000-$86,000/yearly plus full benefits package.
- Schedule: Full-time | Core hours vary based on program needs | Some evenings and weekends may be required
- Work Setting: Office and field-based; group homes and Independent Supported Living (ISL) settings across the Kansas City metro
- Travel: Daily or as-needed travel throughout the metropolitan area using a personal or agency vehicle
- On-Call: Participates in medical on-call coverage for nursing advice and direction
- Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, and more
About CDD
The Center for Developmentally Disabled (CDD) has been a cornerstone of the Kansas City community for over 50 years, providing compassionate, high-quality support services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Our team is driven by a shared belief that every person deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, purpose, and connection.
CDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Apply today at www.CDDKC.org and start changing lives tomorrow!

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