Admissions RN: Compassionate Behavioral Health Intake

Riverwoods Behavioral Health System; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Riverview Behavioral Health Hospital in Texarkana, AR is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our admissions team. As an Admissions RN, you will guide patients through the intake process, review referrals, coordinate with medical and psychiatric staff, and ensure timely pre-authorizations.

This PRN Nights role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to support adults, adolescents, and families seeking behavioral health services in a compassionate, patient-centered

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of one year of experience in clinical or observational setting, preferably in the hiring facility's specialty.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions, reconcile medications, obtain admission orders.
• Facilitate emergency transfers for patients beyond the facility's capabilities.
• Review referrals from hospitals and community agencies, assess medical/behavioral acuity.
• Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide information/recommendations.
• Conduct assessments to determine level of care within the facility.
• Collaborate with medical and psychiatric staff to support admissions decisions.
• Coordinate admissions process including assessment, consent and patient belongings.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Clinical nursing skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Riverview Behavioral Health Hospital in Texarkana, AR is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our admissions team. As an Admissions RN, you will guide patients through the intake process, review referrals, coordinate with medical and psychiatric staff, and ensure timely pre-authorizations.

This PRN Nights role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to support adults, adolescents, and families seeking behavioral health services in a compassionate, patient-centered