Intake RN – Behavioral Health Admissions (Day Shift)

Summit BHC; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Summit BHC is seeking an Intake RN for Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health in Garner, NC. This full-time, day-shift role handles admissions, initial evaluations, and coordination with clinical and business staff to ensure timely patient intake.

The RN will verify insurance, prepare documentation, and communicate treatment recommendations to the care team, while following hospital and licensing protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing required.
• BSN preferred.
• One or more years' experience in mental health admissions preferred.
• Experience in insurance verification and admissions processes helpful.
• Excellent interpersonal and interviewing skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates admissions and assessment processes for incoming patients.
• Provides initial evaluation and initiates the integrated assessment, documenting symptoms and needs.
• Collaborates with facility staff to ensure appropriate recommendations and admissions.
• Conducts insurance verifications and pre-certifications during high-volume periods.
• Maintains accurate admission documentation and initial treatment orders.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid certification

Interpersonal skills

Interviewing skills

Assessment skills

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Summit BHC is seeking an Intake RN for Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health in Garner, NC. This full-time, day-shift role handles admissions, initial evaluations, and coordination with clinical and business staff to ensure timely patient intake.

The RN will verify insurance, prepare documentation, and communicate treatment recommendations to the care team, while following hospital and licensing protocols.