Intake Psych Registered Nurses Fulltime

Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital • Houston, TX

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About The Position

At Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, we are dedicated to providing exceptional behavioral healthcare while showing genuine compassion for those we assist. We understand that emotional, behavioral, and substance use challenges can impact every facet of an individual's life. Our personalized mental health treatment programs are designed to focus on each person's distinct challenges and requirements. If you are a dependable team player who loves to help others, we invite you to explore our available positions: Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is actively seeking Full-time Intake Psych Registered Nurses for both day and night shifts (7a-7p or 7p-7a). Under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, the Intake Nurse is responsible to screen patient admissions and communicate information to the physician to determine if patient meets level of care. The Intake Nurse plays a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care by evaluating the needs of both walk-in patients and those calling in. This position will actively participate in department meetings, engage in quality initiatives, and ensure that all services align with TJC standards.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing either through ADN, Diploma or BSN Program
• Licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing
• 1 year experience as a RN in Behavioral Health.
• CPR and hospital de-escalation certifications obtained 30 days from hire

Responsibilities

• Preform Nursing Assessments for inpatient programs.
• Cross train other RNs.
• Participate in medical emergencies.
• Conduct Clinical Assessments.
• Medication Management.
• Accurate documentation and calls.
• Crisis intervention.
• Health education to patients/families.
• Insurance verifications
• Completing Comprehensive Assessment via phone

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• AD&D/STD/LTD
• Unum Voluntary Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and HSA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including counseling, legal, and financial services.
• ComPsych Tickets at Work
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree