Behavioral Health RN Intake Specialist

Copper Springs; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and V​I

PTO and disability insurance

Tuition assistance and loan repayment

Well-being programs and mental health

Job summary

Copper Springs Avondale is seeking a dedicated RN for Intake/Assessment in Behavioral Health. This full-time role (3x12, day shift) focuses on initial response, assessment, care referrals, and appropriate level-of-care decisions in a compassionate setting.

Applicants must hold an Arizona RN license (or compact with AZ endorsement) and an associate degree in nursing. BLS required; ACLS/PALS preferred. Strong teamwork and patient-centered care are essential.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Arizona or compact license with Arizona endorsement.
• Associate degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates response to a request for services, including initial assessment, referrals, and care level designation.
• Conducts initial evaluation, documents symptoms and needs, and informs MD for LOC determination.
• Provides excellent customer service to patients, physicians, visitors, and coworkers.
• Maintains preadmission and admission paperwork and completes pre-certification with insurers.
• Monitors patient condition and notifies physician as needed.
• Follows hospital policy for medication administration.
• Interacts with patients with empathy, dignity and respect.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Job description

Copper Springs Avondale is seeking a dedicated RN for Intake/Assessment in Behavioral Health. This full-time role (3x12, day shift) focuses on initial response, assessment, care referrals, and appropriate level-of-care decisions in a compassionate setting.

Applicants must hold an Arizona RN license (or compact with AZ endorsement) and an associate degree in nursing. BLS required; ACLS/PALS preferred. Strong teamwork and patient-centered care are essential.