Assessment Specialist Supervisor, RN

Lifepoint Health®; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage

Financial protection & PTO

Loan assistance

401(k) retirement package and company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking an Assessment Specialist Supervisor (RN) based in Avondale, Arizona. This role involves facilitating assessments, maintaining admission paperwork, and monitoring staff performance to ensure high-quality care. The ideal candidate will need an RN license and experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, financial protection, and professional development opportunities. Join us in our mission to make communities healthier.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license and a degree from an accredited nursing school.
• BLS and De-escalation certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates response to requests for services and initial assessments.
• Conducts initial evaluation and documents patient symptomology.
• Educates and coaches staff and acts as a point person for clinical decisions.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of Emergency Detention paperwork

Knowledge of EMTALA

Education

Degree from an accredited nursing school

Current state RN license

BLS and De-escalation certification

Job description

Facility Name: Copper Springs

Schedule: Full-Time, Night

About the Role

Lifepoint Behavioral Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Assessment Specialist Supervisor (RN) joining our team, you will be part of a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You’ll Contribute

• Facilitates response to request for services, including the initial response, the assessment and referral process, the designation of appropriate level of care, admission into services and appropriate follow‑up activity
• Conducts initial evaluation, initiates the assessment, documents patient symptomology, functioning, needs and provides information to MD for LOC determination
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills in assisting patients, physicians, visitors and coworkers in a prompt and courteous manner
• Possess clear knowledge of Emergency Detention paperwork and processes and EMTALA
• Maintains all pre‑admission and admission paperwork with accuracy, completes all per‑certification with insurance companies
• Ensures appropriate staffing for shift
• Minimizes use of overtime
• Assists in monitoring attendance
• Educates and coaches staff and acts as a point person for clinical decisions
• Reports all issues and incidents to the Director appropriately
• Ensures staff has completed all needed documentation, call logging, insurance calls, and additional tasks prior to the end of shift

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs)
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• Current state RN license and a degree from an accredited nursing school
• RN license as required by state regulations
• BLS and De‑escalation certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire
• Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients preferred
• Strong clinical assessment skills

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Behavioral Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.