Behavioral Health Intake Assessment RN — Crisis & Admissions

Anacalifornia; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center is seeking an Intake Assessment Registered Nurse (RN) to evaluate and disposition all referred patients. The role coordinates with clinicians, hospital staff and community resources to facilitate admissions according to department criteria and policies.

The position requires an Associate's Degree in Nursing and at least one year of Medical/Surgery experience, with preferred psychiatric and addiction experience.

Qualifications

• Association Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum one year of Medical/Surgery experience required.
• PMAB certification within 30 days of hire; Psychiatric nursing or clinical specialization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical evaluation and disposition of referred patients.
• Coordinate with clinical, hospital and community resources for admissions.
• Assist with crisis management and ensure patient safety and rights.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Clinical communication

Patient care

Confidentiality

Crisis management

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center is seeking an Intake Assessment Registered Nurse (RN) to evaluate and disposition all referred patients. The role coordinates with clinicians, hospital staff and community resources to facilitate admissions according to department criteria and policies.

The position requires an Associate's Degree in Nursing and at least one year of Medical/Surgery experience, with preferred psychiatric and addiction experience.