RN- Intake PRN

Austinoakshospital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Austinoakshospital is seeking dedicated Admissions Registered Nurses for Night Shift (7 p.m - 7 a.m). The role includes critical duties like assessing patients' psychiatric and medical status, documenting inquiries, and providing direct patient care.

Ideal candidates should be graduates of accredited nursing programs and possess Texas nursing licensure. Benefits include competitive compensation, paid time off, and stock plan participation.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Must be licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing or in a compact state.
• One year of psychiatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to incoming calls for referrals and admissions.
• Assess patients' psychiatric and medical status.
• Document all inquiries, referrals, and admissions accurately.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing experience

CPR certification

Hospital de-escalation certification

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing or compact state

Job description

Responsibilities

Austin Oaks Hospital (a UHS facility) is an 80-bed psychiatric facility that offers a broad spectrum of services for adults, both inpatient and outpatient. We are looking for Admissions Registered Nurses for Night Shift (7 p‑7 a) with shift differentials.

Position Summary

Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) PRN responsibilities include:

• Respond to incoming calls for referrals and admissions.
• Assess patients’ psychiatric and medical status.
• Document all inquiries, referrals, and admissions accurately in the computer system.
• Ensure all referral medical record information is completed and staff are apprised of the patient’s condition/history.
• Copy, distribute, and prepare referral materials for unit charts.
• Assess, direct, and intervene in crisis situations.
• Provide leadership and direction to mental health technicians.
• Contribute to treatment plans as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medication and medical treatment as prescribed by the physician.

Benefits for Intake Registered Nurses

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing or licensed in a compact state.
• One‑year psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR and hospital de‑escalation certifications (obtainable during orientation).
• Ability to complete new‑hire requirements, including a nationwide background check and pre‑employment drug screen.
• State and federal Office of the Inspector General check.

Differentials

• RN – Mon – Fri, 7 a‑3 p (Shift 10)
• RN – Mon – Fri, 3 p‑11 p (Shift 2, $2.25)
• RN – Mon – Fri, 11 p‑7 a (Shift 3, $4.00)
• RN – Sat & Sun, 7 a‑3 p (Shift 4, $4.00)
• RN – Sat & Sun, 3 p‑11 p (Shift 5, $6.00)
• RN – Sat & Sun, 11 p‑7 a (Shift 6, $6.50)

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity employers and fully support recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.