Registered Nurse – Forensic Treatment Center - RNKP


Healthcare - MO - Saint Louis, MO
St. Louis, Missouri
Locations: St. Louis, Ballwin, Chesterfield, Kirkwood, O'Fallon
Posted On: January 06, 2026
Last Day to Apply: January 16, 2026
Pay: $45.00 to $48.00 per hour

Registered Nurse (RN) – Forensic Treatment Center

Location: St. Louis, MO
Employment Type: Contract
Shift Availability: 11 Day Shifts | 13 Night Shifts
Pay Rate (Local): $45 - $48/hour

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) for full-time contract assignments at a state-operated forensic treatment facility in St. Louis, Missouri. This role involves providing psychiatric and forensic nursing care in a secure treatment environment across two campuses (North and South). The ideal candidate is clinically strong, safety-focused, and comfortable working with forensic and behavioral health populations.

Assignment Details

  • Number of Openings: 24 RNs

    • 11 Day Shift

    • 13 Night Shift

  • Shift Length: 12-hour shifts

  • Schedule: Alternating 36 and 48 hours per week

  • Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM (30-minute break)

  • Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM (30-minute break)

  • Contract Term: Initial contract with opportunity for renewal

Minimum Qualifications

  • Active Missouri RN license (current and in good standing)

  • Minimum 1 year of RN experience in a psychiatric, behavioral health, or correctional setting

  • Minimum 1 year of travel RN experience

  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating 36/48-hour weekly schedule

  • Comfortable working in a secure forensic treatment environment

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver direct nursing care to adult forensic psychiatric patients in accordance with facility policies and state regulations

  • Conduct patient assessments, administer medications, and monitor clinical responses and safety

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support treatment plans and crisis interventions

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation

  • Adhere strictly to all safety, security, and compliance protocols

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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