Per Diem Assessment RN - Referrals & Admissions

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Heritage Oaks Hospital, part of the UHS family, is seeking a Per Diem Assessment & Referral Registered Nurse (RN) to ensure proper admission processes and timely, courteous patient care. The Admissions RN uses the nursing process, adheres to standards of care, and supports mental health practices within hospital policy.

Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments, admissions screening, and referral reviews. Availability for AM, PM, and NOC shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing; a Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• A minimum of two years' experience as a registered nurse in a psychiatric health care facility is preferred.
• Current license to practice as an RN in the state.
• Must pass a medication administration exam; CPR certification; completion of hospital behavioral management training including de-escalation and restraint.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and documents the direct and comprehensive assessments required for patients to determine dispositions.
• Participate in screening patients for admission into hospital programs using pre-approved criteria.
• Review referrals and determine appropriateness for patient admission criteria with policy guidance.

Education

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Heritage Oaks Hospital, part of the UHS family, is seeking a Per Diem Assessment & Referral Registered Nurse (RN) to ensure proper admission processes and timely, courteous patient care. The Admissions RN uses the nursing process, adheres to standards of care, and supports mental health practices within hospital policy.

Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments, admissions screening, and referral reviews. Availability for AM, PM, and NOC shifts is expected.