Intake Assessment RN - Nights

UHS•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Salt Lake Behavioral Health is currently seeking a compassionate and talented Intake Assessment (RN) to join our team. This is a NIGHT SHIFT position, working Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 5pm to 5am. Salt Lake Behavioral Health Hospital is dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional patient care for individuals struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues. As a private 118-bed freestanding psychiatric hospital, we specialize in treatment for adolescents and adults, serving the Salt Lake City and surrounding area with evidence-based treatments in a comfortable, confidential atmosphere. We believe in an individualized, patient-focused approach to diagnosis and treatment, addressing unique needs and dual-diagnosis cases effectively. The Assessment Coordinator plays a crucial role as a frontline clinical decision-maker, responsible for comprehensive psychiatric and nursing assessments, coordinating with various hospital departments and external referral sources, and facilitating admission, transfer, or community referral decisions.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing required.
Bachelor's Degree.
1 to 3 years experience in Behavioral Health and/or Admissions.
Currently licensed to practice by the Utah State Board of Nursing.
Thorough knowledge of Joint Commission, HCFA, OSHA requirements, and state and federal regulatory requirements.
CPR certification.
Successful completion of training in Handle With Care within 90 days of employment, and prior to assisting in restraining procedures.

Responsibilities

Providing comprehensive psychiatric and nursing assessments for individuals seeking services.
Ensuring timely, accurate, and clinically appropriate admission and referral decisions.
Conducting psychosocial and/or nursing assessments.
Coordinating with physicians, utilization review, business office, and external referral sources.
Facilitating admissions, transfers, or community referrals across all levels of care.