Behavioral Health Intake RN (Mon-Fri)

SUN Behavioral Health; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Health in Kentucky is seeking a licensed RN to coordinate intake, schedule face-to-face assessments, and triage referrals based on patient needs. The role collaborates with physicians to ensure appropriate treatment disposition, at the hospital or a community provider.

The position requires 1–3 years of behavioral health experience, KY RN license, CPR certification, and thorough documentation for admission and preauthorization with insurers.

Qualifications

• One to three years of experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Preferred: experience in assessment and evaluation in behavioral health.

Responsibilities

• Receives inquiries and assists with scheduling face-to-face assessments and referrals.
• Coordinates with physicians to ensure appropriate treatment at hospital or community providers.
• Screens for medical and behavioral emergencies and handles admission paperwork.
• Documents inquiries, follow-ups, and preauthorization with insurers; maintains HCS data.

Education

RN license

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

SUN Behavioral Health in Kentucky is seeking a licensed RN to coordinate intake, schedule face-to-face assessments, and triage referrals based on patient needs. The role collaborates with physicians to ensure appropriate treatment disposition, at the hospital or a community provider.

The position requires 1–3 years of behavioral health experience, KY RN license, CPR certification, and thorough documentation for admission and preauthorization with insurers.