Intake RN - Behavioral Health Admissions Specialist

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Weekend differential

Job summary

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) is seeking compassionate Intake Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our Intake and Admissions team. You will perform psychiatric assessments, coordinate referrals, and help patients and families access behavioral healthcare services in a fast-paced clinical setting.

As an Intake RN, you will collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to ensure timely admissions, verify insurance requirements, and provide support throughout the patient journey.

Qualifications

• Current District of Columbia (DC) Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• CPR/BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)

Responsibilities

• Conduct telephonic and in-person psychiatric risk assessments to support appropriate patient placement and level-of-care decisions.
• Serve as an initial point of contact for prospective patients, families, and referral sources.
• Coordinate patient referrals, intake evaluations, and admissions to ensure a timely and supportive experience.
• Collaborate with physicians, clinical teams, and other departments to facilitate patient care and admissions.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with patients, families, referral sources, and unit staff.
• Partner with the Business Office and Utilization Review teams to support insurance verification, authorization, and admission requirements.

Job description

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) is seeking compassionate Intake Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our Intake and Admissions team. You will perform psychiatric assessments, coordinate referrals, and help patients and families access behavioral healthcare services in a fast-paced clinical setting.

As an Intake RN, you will collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to ensure timely admissions, verify insurance requirements, and provide support throughout the patient journey.