Mental Health Intake Nurse

Health Here; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Here in Columbia, TN is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide skilled care and coordinate admissions to inpatient behavioral health units. The role emphasizes safety, patient education, and collaboration with physicians to ensure seamless transitions.

You will conduct assessments, administer medications, document progress, and engage families to support recovery. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in delivering patient-centered care within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical nursing skills with behavioral health experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and medication management.
• Ability to assess patient needs and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and education.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments and supports discharge processes.
• Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Administers and reconciles medications, ensuring safety and accuracy.
• Implements safety interventions to maintain a secure environment.
• Documents treatment plans and progress thoroughly.
• Provides education to patients and families to promote understanding and engagement in care.

Skills

Strong clinical nursing skills

Excellent communication and teamwork

Safety protocols and medication safety

Assessment and collaboration

Patient-centered care and education

Job description

Role: Provides nursing care and coordinates patient admissions to inpatient behavioral health units.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments and supports discharge processes.
• Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Administers and reconciles medications, ensuring safety and accuracy.
• Implements safety interventions to maintain a secure environment.
• Documents treatment plans and progress thoroughly.
• Provides education to patients and families to promote understanding and engagement in care.

Qualifications And Skills

• Strong clinical nursing skills with experience in behavioral health settings.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and medication management.
• Ability to assess patient needs and collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and education.