Behavioral Health Intake RN, 3pm–11:30pm, Mon–Fri

SUN Kentucky; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Kentucky in Erlanger, KY is seeking an Intake RN for the M-F 3:00 pm–11:30 pm shift to guide patients through screening, scheduling, and admission steps. You will perform crisis awareness, triage, and coordinate with providers to ensure timely assessments in a hospital or community setting.

The role requires 1–3 years in behavioral health, an active RN license in Kentucky, CPR and de-escalation training, and strong documentation and phone skills.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training.
• 1–3 years of experience in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Receives inquiry calls and assists the caller with scheduling a face-to-face assessment or triage based on patient need.
• Coordinates with the physician to ensure appropriate treatment is provided.
• Ensures appropriate screening of medical and behavioral emergency conditions and complete admission paperwork.

Skills

Phone triage

Scheduling appointments

Documentation

Crisis management

Education

RN license in Kentucky

CPR certification

Job description

SUN Behavioral Kentucky in Erlanger, KY is seeking an Intake RN for the M-F 3:00 pm–11:30 pm shift to guide patients through screening, scheduling, and admission steps. You will perform crisis awareness, triage, and coordinate with providers to ensure timely assessments in a hospital or community setting.

The role requires 1–3 years in behavioral health, an active RN license in Kentucky, CPR and de-escalation training, and strong documentation and phone skills.