Mental Health Intake Nurse

Tristar Health; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

TriStar Health seeks a Mental Health Intake Nurse to assess behavioral health patients at point of entry. You will conduct psychosocial and risk assessments, gather medical and psychiatric histories, and triage acuity to support safe admissions, transfers, or referrals.

The role involves collaborating with psychiatrists, ED and inpatient teams, social workers, and family education to develop initial care plans while maintaining regulatory compliance and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial and risk factors for behavioral health patients at intake.
• Gather medical and psychiatric histories to inform triage and care planning.
• Coordinate safe admissions, transfers, or referrals with inpatient teams.
• Educate patients and families; document findings per regulatory standards.

Job description

TriStar Health seeks a Mental Health Intake Nurse to assess behavioral health patients at point of entry. Responsibilities include conducting psychosocial and risk assessments, gathering medical and psychiatric histories, triaging acuity, and coordinating safe admissions, transfers, or referrals. The nurse collaborates with psychiatrists, ED and inpatient teams, and social workers to develop initial care plans, ensure regulatory and documentation accuracy, educate patients and families, and support a safe, therapeutic environment aligned with evidence-based and trauma-informed practices.