Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health

Perimeter Healthcare; Springfield (MO); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits may be available

Résumé du poste

Perimeter Behavioral Health in Springfield, MO is seeking a Registered Nurse to support intake and assessment for children and adolescents in inpatient psychiatric care. You’ll evaluate needs, help determine level of care, and coordinate with clinical, nursing, business office, and referral partners to ensure a smooth intake process.

This fast-paced, patient-centered role emphasizes collaboration, cultural sensitivity, and sound clinical judgment as you connect patients with appropriate services

Qualifications

• Active RN license with compact-state privileges.
• Knowledge of behavioral health principles and practice.
• Familiarity with insurance systems, including PPOs and managed care.
• Proficiency with computer systems and Windows-based software.
• Strong written and verbal communication, clinical judgment, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with cultural sensitivity and professional conduct.

Responsabilités

• Support intake interviews and clinical assessments to determine appropriate level of care.
• Assess psychosocial and emotional needs considering developmental stage.
• Apply cultural, spiritual, and social awareness in patient interactions.
• Use crisis intervention techniques when needed.
• Coordinate communication between patients, treatment team, and business office.
• Follow up with referral sources and maintain accurate records.
• Coordinate intake appointments, referrals, and high inquiries volume.
• Organize and review referral data to support referral development.

Connaissances

RN license

Behavioral health knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Cultural sensitivity

Independent and collaborative work

Formation

Active RN license (compact-state privileges)

RN licensure

Outils

Windows-based software

Computer systems

Description du poste

Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health

Full Time and PRN Available. Day and Night shift.

Location: Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield
Work setting: Inpatient psychiatric care for children and adolescents

Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield is seeking a Registered Nurse to support intake and assessment for children and adolescents receiving inpatient psychiatric care. In this role, you’ll assess needs, help determine the appropriate level of care, and coordinate with clinical, nursing, business office, and referral partners to support a smooth intake process.

Our patient-centered, collaborative approach is designed around each individual—not just a diagnosis—and addresses both mental and physical well-being.

What you’ll do

• Conduct intake interviews and clinical assessments to help determine the appropriate level of care.

• Assess psychosocial and emotional needs, considering developmental stage, special needs, and each patient’s circumstances.

• Apply cultural, spiritual, and social awareness in patient interactions and care coordination.

• Use crisis intervention techniques when needed.

• Serve as a liaison between patients and the treatment team, coordinating communication with clinical staff, nursing, and the business office.

• Follow up with referral sources and maintain accurate records of assessments and interactions.

• Coordinate intake appointments, referrals, walk-in assessments, and a high volume of inquiries.

• Organize and review referral data to support referral development.

• Use sound judgment, initiative, and a positive, solutions-oriented approach in a fast-paced setting.

Required qualifications

• Active RN license with compact-state privileges.

• Knowledge of behavioral health principles and practice, and of legal and ethical responsibilities in patient care.

• Familiarity with insurance systems, including PPOs and managed care.

• Proficiency with computer systems and Windows-based software.

• Strong written and verbal communication, clinical judgment, customer service, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with cultural sensitivity and professional conduct.

Preferred experience

• At least one year of experience in an inpatient behavioral health setting.

• Experience with clinical assessment and treatment.

• Familiarity with community and regional mental health resources.

• Experience with data management and statistical analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage

• Retirement savings plan

• Paid time off

• Professional development opportunities

• Additional benefits may be available

Work environment

This is a fast-paced inpatient healthcare setting with a collaborative team and opportunities for professional growth. The team is committed to excellence in patient care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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