Admissions Rn

Shannon Health; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannon Health in Texas seeks an Admissions/Intake RN to assess patient needs, respond to referrals, and coordinate services, ensuring timely admissions and accurate records.

The role requires nursing assessments within 48 hours, accurate documentation, admission orders management, and confidentiality. TX RN license and BLS within 90 days are essential. Collaboration with the care team is expected.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive nursing assessments within established timelines.
• Accurate documentation of patient information and care.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of start date.
• Adherence to safety and infection control policies.
• Active participation in quality improvement and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document comprehensive nursing assessments, including nutrition and initial treatment plans, within 48 hours.
• Obtain and record admission orders, manage patient medications, and initiate close observation forms.
• Document patient information and nursing care, report infections, and ensure accuracy of patient records.
• Apply communication and crisis intervention skills based on psychiatric and medical procedures; respond to emergencies with appropriate interventions.
• Develop and prioritize initial care plans based on patient assessments and policies.
• Follow safety protocols, model healthy communication, and adhere to infection control and safety guidelines.
• Participate in quality assurance, collaborate with team members, advocate for patient rights, and comply with all regulations and policies.
• Attend mandatory educational programs and manage additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Handle referral calls, process information requests, manage admissions and external referrals, maintain statistics, and ensure effective communication with various departments.
• Provide direct care for diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Apply age‑specific protocols and treatment approaches for each group, including those with chemical dependencies.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant care protocols, adhere to facility policies, and support quality improvement goals while ensuring confidentiality.
• Completion of an accredited Nursing program
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Skills

Nursing assessments

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Care planning

Infection control

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Patient advocacy

Education

Completion of accredited Nursing program

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

The Admissions/Intake RN is a registered professional nurse who is responsible for assessing the needs of the patient and assisting in the process of responding to referrals and other requests for services and information.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Perform and document comprehensive nursing assessments, including nutrition and initial treatment plans, within 48 hours. Obtain and record admission orders, manage patient medications, and initiate close observation forms.
• Document patient information and nursing care, report infections, and ensure accuracy of patient records.
• Apply communication and crisis intervention skills based on psychiatric and medical procedures; respond to emergencies with appropriate interventions.
• Develop and prioritize initial care plans based on patient assessments and policies.
• Follow safety protocols, model healthy communication, and adhere to infection control and safety guidelines.
• Participate in quality assurance, collaborate with team members, advocate for patient rights, and comply with all regulations and policies. Attend mandatory educational programs and manage additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Handle referral calls, process information requests, manage admissions and external referrals, maintain statistics, and ensure effective communication with various departments.
• Provide direct care for diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Apply age‑specific protocols and treatment approaches for each group, including those with chemical dependencies.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant care protocols, adhere to facility policies, and support quality improvement goals while ensuring confidentiality.
• Completion of an accredited Nursing program
• Preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Experience:

• Preferred
  • Three years of experience in a Psychiatric Healthcare Facility

Certification/Licensure:

• Required
  • Registered Nurse (RN), with authorization to practice in the State of Texas
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
    • Must obtain within ninety (90) days of start date
  • SAFE Approach Level III

Must obtain within six (6) months of employment