RN Acute Admissions - Behavioral Health

Shorewood Behavioral Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shorewood Behavioral Health is seeking a registered nurse to support the admissions process, reviews medical documentation, and coordinate pre-admission assessments for patients across age groups. The role focuses on ensuring accurate documentation, timely authorizations, and safe patient placement within the facility.

Ideal candidates hold an active RN license in Wisconsin with at least one year of clinical or observational experience, CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification, and a strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Minimum one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation and complete medication reconciliation.
• Facilitate admissions, obtain admission orders from physicians, and coordinate pre-authorization for treatment.
• Perform pre-admission assessments and communicate disposition recommendations to patients and families.
• Coordinate care with clinical and psychiatric staff to ensure appropriate admission decisions and referrals.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure supervision at 15‑minute intervals as required.
• Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide appropriate recommendations.

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation/restraint certification

Job description

Shorewood Behavioral Health is seeking a registered nurse to support the admissions process, reviews medical documentation, and coordinate pre-admission assessments for patients across age groups. The role focuses on ensuring accurate documentation, timely authorizations, and safe patient placement within the facility.

Ideal candidates hold an active RN license in Wisconsin with at least one year of clinical or observational experience, CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification, and a strong