RN Admissions Intake Psych

Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA options

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Oasis Behavioral Health – Chandler, AZ is hiring a full-time Nights Admissions RN to join a 210-bed hospital providing mental health and substance-use treatment for adolescents and adults.

You will review admissions, coordinate pre-authorization, and collaborate with medical staff to ensure timely and safe patient placement. The role demands compassionate care, strong multitasking, and adherence to safety protocols in a busy admissions unit.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical or observational experience.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions and obtain admission orders.
• Facilitate emergency transfers when needed.
• Review referrals and assess acuity to determine level of care.
• Coordinate admissions processes including assessments and consent.
• Perform initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission.

Skills

Admissions process

Patient care

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Oasis Behavioral Health – Chandler, AZ If you’re an RN who wants

full‑time nights Admissions RN We’re a

FT RN Admissions – Nights (12 hr) Oasis Behavioral Health – Chandler, AZ If you’re an RN who wants meaningful work, a team that actually respects your experience, and a place where your impact is real, Oasis Behavioral Health is hiring for a full‑time nights Admissions RN We’re a 210‑bed hospital providing mental health + substance‑use treatment for adolescents and adults — and we’re looking for nurses who bring both skill and heart.

Why This Job Hits Different

• Stable full‑time schedules
• Mission‑driven environment where your work actually matters
• Leadership that values professionalism, balance, and respect
• A team that shows up for each other

Benefits That Support Real Life

• Medical, dental, vision
• Prescription coverage
• FSA & HSA options
• Short‑ & long‑term disability
• Employee assistance programs
• Tuition reimbursement + financial wellness support
• …and more programs built to support your life on and off the clock

Safety First

Every team member carries a Personal Panic Alarm for instant support — because your safety is non‑negotiable.

If you’re ready for a role where your experience is valued and your work has purpose, Oasis Behavioral Health is a strong next step.

Key Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for all admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
• Facilitate emergency transfers for patients with medical conditions beyond our facility's capabilities.
• Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and community agencies, assessing medical and behavioral acuity and responding within designated timeframes.
• Respond to inquiries about our facility, providing appropriate recommendations and information.
• Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within our facility.
• Collaborate with medical and psychiatric personnel to ensure appropriate recommendations and admissions.
• Facilitate the admissions process, including assessment, consent, and inventory of patient belongings.
• Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure initial pre‑authorization for treatment and admission.
• Monitor patient status throughout the admissions process, following facility policies and physician orders.
• Utilize web‑based programs to track and review referrals.
• Communicate projected admissions promptly to designated internal representatives.
• Ensure timely receipt of all clinical information, including medical comorbidity, from referral sources or patients.
• Schedule and complete pre‑admission assessments, consult with admitting physicians, and communicate disposition recommendations to patients or their families.
• Prepare and maintain accurate medical record documentation to facilitate payor authorization at the requested level of care.
• Complete initial pre‑authorization for treatment and admission within payor timeframe guidelines.
• Admit patients to the registration and accounting system, completing all necessary admission and consent forms.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards patients, prioritizing their safety and promptly addressing concerns or complaints.
• Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted, ensuring they receive appropriate follow‑up care and referrals.
• Conduct safety checks and provide supervision as required by special precautions and individualized guidelines.
• Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted, ensuring they receive appropriate follow‑up care and referrals.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure proper supervision according to special precautions and individualized guidelines.

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth admissions processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably within the relevant area of specialty for the hiring facility.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Clear and active nursing license in the state.
• CPR and de‑escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by the facility).
• First aid certification may be required based on state or facility requirements.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.