Assessment Coordinator (RN) - PRN

Foundations for Living; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundations for Living is seeking an Assessment Coordinator for Mayhill Hospital in Denton, TX. This role involves responding to inquiries and assessing patients for admissions to a private psychiatric facility. Candidates must hold an accredited nursing qualification and have at least two years of relevant experience. Familiarity with DSM-V, crisis intervention skills, and state licensure are essential.

Qualifications

• Preferably two or more years in intake assessment within an acute psychiatric setting.
• Valid license to practice as an RN, LMSW, LCSW, or LPC in Texas.
• CPR certification and training in Handle with Care (HWC) required.

Responsibilities

• Document and process inquiry calls following Intake policies.
• Assess and stabilize patients prior to discharge or arrange admission.
• Demonstrate and promote guest relations, providing guidance to staff.

Skills

Knowledge of DSM-V

Crisis Intervention

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Job description

Mayhill Hospital, located in Denton, TX, just north of Dallas and Fort Worth, is a 59-bed private psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care for adults and seniors. We are among the few facilities in the area capable of providing care to individuals with coexisting psychiatric and medical conditions. Our facility is uniquely trained to care for seniors who have exhausted their psychiatric treatment options. Our goal is to provide compassionate care to those living with mental illness, enabling them to live their lives to the fullest. We believe that life with a mental health disorder can be managed in a way that allows a person to thrive. When life's challenges seem too big to handle alone, Mayhill Hospital is here to help.

Position Summary

The Assessment Coordinator assists in responding to referrals and requests for services and information. They provide technical support to the admission process under the supervision of the Director of Intake and support the case management program by facilitating appropriate dispositions in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.

Job Duties / Responsibilities :

• Document and process inquiry calls following Intake policies.
• Assess and stabilize patients prior to discharge or arrange admission.
• Demonstrate and promote guest relations, providing guidance to staff as needed.

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Qualifications

Education : Graduation from an accredited nursing program.

Experience : Preferably two or more years in intake assessment within an acute psychiatric setting.

Licensure : Valid license to practice in Texas as an RN, LMSW, LCSW, or LPC.

Additional Requirements : Strong knowledge of DSM-V, ICD-10, Mental Status Exam, and preferably, addiction and recovery fields. CPR certification and training in Handle with Care (HWC) Crisis Intervention are required before department orientation and during restraining procedures. Overtime and flexible hours may be required.

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