Behavioral Health Intake & Assessments Supervisor

Universal Health Services; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Vista Hospital is seeking a Supervisor for our Assessment & Referral (Intake) Department. You will lead a team of intake RNs, psych technicians, and behavioral health coordinators, guiding admissions, triage, and coordination with insurance for pre-certifications.

The role requires an active RN license, a BSN preferred, and 2–4 years in psychiatric nursing with supervisory experience. Strong crisis de-escalation and regulatory compliance skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• BSN preferred.
• 2–4 years of psychiatric nursing experience, with 1–2 years in supervisory/intake roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee admissions to ensure correct placement based on acuity and stability.
• Handle crisis de-escalation for high-risk patients in intake area.
• Ensure accurate medical screenings are performed by intake nurses.
• Provide departmental leadership and administration, including staff scheduling and evaluation.
• Coordinate utilization review with insurance vendors to obtain pre-authorizations.
• Manage bed availability and transfers in coordination with nursing leadership.
• Ensure compliance with emergency hold regulations and Joint Commission standards.

Skills

Staff supervision

Psychiatric nursing

Crisis de-escalation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

BLS/CPR Certification

CPI Certification

Job description

Sierra Vista Hospital is seeking a Supervisor for our Assessment & Referral (Intake) Department. You will lead a team of intake RNs, psych technicians, and behavioral health coordinators, guiding admissions, triage, and coordination with insurance for pre-certifications.

The role requires an active RN license, a BSN preferred, and 2–4 years in psychiatric nursing with supervisory experience. Strong crisis de-escalation and regulatory compliance skills are essential.