Night RN Intake assesor

SunriseVista Behavioral Hospital; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company contributions

Life and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement & loan relief

Job summary

Sunrise Vista Behavioral Hospital in Canton, OH seeks a Registered Nurse Intake Assessor to perform trauma-informed evaluations and guide the right level of care quickly. You will work with a busy team to assess risk and determine admission urgency.

Requirements include an ADN with RN license, 2+ years of acute behavioral health experience, and strong de-escalation skills. Excellent communication with families and providers is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program; BSN preferred but not required.
• Active, unencumbered RN license to practice by the State Board of Nursing.
• 2+ years of acute behavioral health or crisis evaluation experience preferred.
• Expertise in risk assessment, de-escalation, and payer authorization processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health evaluations on incoming patients.
• Evaluate patients in acute psychiatric crisis and determine level of risk.
• Implement immediate safety measures as needed and decide urgency of admission.
• Coordinate with social workers, case managers, EDs, law enforcement and families.

Skills

Acute behavioral health

Risk assessment

De-escalation

Payer authorization

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

ob Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Intake Assessor
Pay: $28 - $35/hr
Location: Canton, OH
Schedule: Day Shift | 3x12s (7a-7p)

About Sunrise Vista Behavioral Health - Canton

Our team at Sunrise Vista Health and Wellness is forward-thinking and provides care for behavioral health. Our focus is on offering behavioral health treatment programs that will set up clients for lifelong success.

Join the Journey of Hope

Be the first calm voice patients hear. Our RN Intake Assessor completes timely, trauma-informed evaluations to guide the right level of care—right away—bringing steady energy and teamwork to our busiest hours.

How You Will Make a Difference

Initial Psychiatric Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive mental health evaluations on incoming patients
• Evaluate patients in acute psychiatric crisis
• Determine level of risk (e.g., suicidal ideation, psychosis, aggression)
• Implement immediate safety measures if needed
• Decide urgency of admission or need for higher level care

Admission & Level-of-Care Decisions

• Determine if the patient meets criteria for inpatient psychiatric admission
• Recommend appropriate placement:
• Inpatient psych unit
• Collaborate with psychiatrists or providers for final decisions

Coordination & Communication

• Communicate with:
• Social workers and case managers
• Emergency departments, law enforcement, or family members
• Gather collateral information to support assessment

What We're Looking For

• Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program. (BSN preferred but not required.)
• License: Active, unencumbered RN license to practice by the State Board of Nursing.
• Experience: 2+ years acute behavioral health or crisis evaluation experience preferred. New graduate RNs with strong clinical assessment skills are welcome to apply.
• Other: Expertise in risk assessment, de-escalation, and payer authorization processes. Must be 21 or older.

Why You'll Love It Here (Full-Time Benefits)

• Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company contribution; Life and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 and student loan forgiveness programs