Intake Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health (PRN)

Universal Health Services; Cape Girardeau (MO); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 85 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Challenging and rewarding work environ

Competitive Compensation

Career development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

The Intake RN at Southeast Behavioral Hospital, part of Universal Health Services (UHS), conducts telephonic and in-person risk assessments to help physicians determine the appropriate level of care for potential patients. You will coordinate referrals, intake, admissions, and communicate with families, referral sources, and unit staff.

Required: MO RN licensure, 2–3 years in substance abuse/psychiatric settings, CPR and De‑Escalation training, and willingness to work weekends, holidays, and

Qualificações

• Education: Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience: 2-3 years in substance abuse/psychiatric treatment programs, including intake/admissions and managed care preferred.
• Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
• Additional Requirements: CPR certification, Handle with Care and Verbal De‑Escalation training within 30 days of employment; may be required to work flexible hours, weekends and overtime.

Responsabilidades

• The Intake RN, under the supervision of the Intake Director, provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment to assist the physician in identification of appropriate level of care for potential patients.
• The Intake RN is the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, facilitates the admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients, and unit staff.
• The Intake RN works with the Business Office regarding patient financial data and verification and prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed, as well as with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted.

Formação académica

Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing; Bachelor's Degree preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Intake RN at Southeast Behavioral Hospital, part of Universal Health Services (UHS), conducts telephonic and in-person risk assessments to help physicians determine the appropriate level of care for potential patients. You will coordinate referrals, intake, admissions, and communicate with families, referral sources, and unit staff.

Required: MO RN licensure, 2–3 years in substance abuse/psychiatric settings, CPR and De‑Escalation training, and willingness to work weekends, holidays, and