Behavioral Health Intake & Admissions Nurse

Signet Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Signet Health in Springfield is seeking an Intake and Admissions Coordinator for our behavioral health inpatient program. The role requires a licensed RN to coordinate referrals, gather clinical history, and assess placement into levels of care, guiding patients through the care pathway.

Key duties include screening inquiries, determining admission eligibility, coordinating case assignments, supporting patient flow, managing crisis situations, and serving as a liaison between patients,

Qualifications

• RN license required; BSN preferred.
• Behavioral health setting experience with inpatient exposure (2+ years).
• Understanding of Trauma Informed Care principles.
• Strong communication and confidentiality skills (HIPAA).

Responsibilities

• Intake: respond to inquiries, assess admission eligibility, determine level of care, manage referrals.
• Clinical Coordination: review referrals, assign cases, support patient flow across levels of care.
• Patient Support: coordinate supplies for patient needs.
• Crisis Management: handle urgent situations and connect patients to emergency services.
• Communication: liaison between patients, providers, and referral sources with strong customer service.

Skills

RN license

Trauma Informed Care

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

HIPAA confidentiality

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Signet Health in Springfield is seeking an Intake and Admissions Coordinator for our behavioral health inpatient program. The role requires a licensed RN to coordinate referrals, gather clinical history, and assess placement into levels of care, guiding patients through the care pathway.

Key duties include screening inquiries, determining admission eligibility, coordinating case assignments, supporting patient flow, managing crisis situations, and serving as a liaison between patients,