Emergency Services Admissions RN - Full Time, 12-hour shift (7pm - 7am) Friday, Saturday, Sunday
About The Position
Focuses primarily on RN-to-RN screenings, (i.e. reviewing H&P, labs, and other clinical documentations) for all admissions and ensures patients are medically appropriate for admission. Responds to inquiry calls regarding services. Oversees the admission process including the appropriateness of the admission, completion RN to RN screenings, orders for the admissions, and any additional required paperwork. Assists in assigning unit/program based on patient needs. Knowledgeable and able to explain Hospital programs and services. Provides accurate and complete information to physicians regarding RN-to-RN screening. Communicates with physicians and providers to receive admission orders and medical clearance as needed. Assures compliance with all applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations that pertain to psychiatric admissions. Maintains data/records regarding the admission process for medical screenings. Completes medical screening evaluations and triaging on all patients who present for an assessment in accordance with EMTALA laws. Provides first aid and medical care as needed. Coordinate transfer of those patients requiring a higher level of medical care and/or medical clearance. Has a strong understanding of the department computer systems. Conducts the initial assessment which includes prior treatment history, previous medications, health screen, family dynamics and risk factors. A Career with Garfield Park Behavioral Health Hospital Offers.... A rewarding career improving the lives of youth Highly competitive wages & shift differentials Career advancement and mobility An engaged leadership team with a commitment to patient and staff safety Competitive benefits packages inclusive of medical/dental/vision, 401K company matching, tuition reimbursement benefits, UHS employee discount offerings, etc. And much more! For information about the benefits we offer, please visit UHS Benefits Service Center.
Requirements
- Associates Degree or BSN in Nursing from an accredited Nursing program is required.
- 1+ year(s) experience working within an inpatient mental health field preferred, and strong prior experience with med-surg nursing and/or providing medical clearance for patients.
- Knowledgeable of basic growth and development across the life span to properly screen patients.
- IL Registered Nurse licensure or higher
- Ability to proficiently communicate verbally and in writing.
- Physical agility to manage patients.
- Push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching and stooping.
Responsibilities
- Focuses primarily on RN-to-RN screenings, (i.e. reviewing H&P, labs, and other clinical documentations) for all admissions and ensures patients are medically appropriate for admission.
- Responds to inquiry calls regarding services.
- Oversees the admission process including the appropriateness of the admission, completion RN to RN screenings, orders for the admissions, and any additional required paperwork.
- Assists in assigning unit/program based on patient needs.
- Knowledgeable and able to explain Hospital programs and services.
- Provides accurate and complete information to physicians regarding RN-to-RN screening.
- Communicates with physicians and providers to receive admission orders and medical clearance as needed.
- Assures compliance with all applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations that pertain to psychiatric admissions.
- Maintains data/records regarding the admission process for medical screenings.
- Completes medical screening evaluations and triaging on all patients who present for an assessment in accordance with EMTALA laws.
- Provides first aid and medical care as needed.
- Coordinate transfer of those patients requiring a higher level of medical care and/or medical clearance.
- Has a strong understanding of the department computer systems.
- Conducts the initial assessment which includes prior treatment history, previous medications, health screen, family dynamics and risk factors.
Benefits
- medical/dental/vision
- 401K company matching
- tuition reimbursement benefits
- UHS employee discount offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
