Night-Shift Intake RN — Inpatient Behavioral Health Admissions

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical/dental/vision plan

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Education assistance after 90 days

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is seeking an Intake RN for PRN/Per Diem work in Scottsdale, AZ. The role coordinates inquiries, referrals, and admissions, serving as a bridge between referral sources, families, payors, physicians, and hospital staff.

The Intake RN triages patients, completes assessments to determine the appropriate level of care, and ensures admissions data are accurately entered. Insurance verification and prior authorizations may be required as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice nursing in Arizona or compact privileges.
• One year of experience in a psychiatric inpatient setting preferred.
• Must have or obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate timely intake of inquiries and referrals.
• Manage admissions processes and liaison with referral sources, families, payors and physicians.
• Triage patients and complete assessments to identify appropriate level of care.
• Document admissions in the hospital information system and assist with insurance verification as needed.
• Collaborate with staff to facilitate patient placement on units.

Skills

Nursing

Patient triage

Job description

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is seeking an Intake RN for PRN/Per Diem work in Scottsdale, AZ. The role coordinates inquiries, referrals, and admissions, serving as a bridge between referral sources, families, payors, physicians, and hospital staff.

The Intake RN triages patients, completes assessments to determine the appropriate level of care, and ensures admissions data are accurately entered. Insurance verification and prior authorizations may be required as part of daily duties.