Intake Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health Admissions (PRN)

Southeast Behavioral; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging environment

Competitive pay

Career development

Job summary

The Intake RN at Southeast Behavioral Hospital provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment to help the physician identify the appropriate level of care for referred patients. You will coordinate referrals, admissions, and communicate with families, patients, and staff.

Requirements include RN licensure in Missouri, 2–3 years in substance abuse or psychiatric settings with intake experience, CPR and de-escalation training. This is a PRN position with weekend and holiday hours.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide telephonic and in-person risk assessment to determine appropriate level of care.

Skills

Intake assessment

Nursing skills

Communication

CPR certification

Verbal de-escalation

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

The Intake RN at Southeast Behavioral Hospital provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment to help the physician identify the appropriate level of care for referred patients. You will coordinate referrals, admissions, and communicate with families, patients, and staff.

Requirements include RN licensure in Missouri, 2–3 years in substance abuse or psychiatric settings with intake experience, CPR and de-escalation training. This is a PRN position with weekend and holiday hours.