Intake RN - Nights 7p-7a
About The Position
Austin Oaks Hospital is an 80-bed facility offering a broad spectrum of psychiatric services for adults through both inpatient and outpatient programs. Located on a beautiful oak-lined campus in South Austin, it provides a home-like environment that promotes crisis resolution, positive self-awareness, social skills, and personal growth. The hospital is part of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services. This position is for a Registered Nurse on the night shift (7p-7a) in Admissions, responsible for coordinating referrals and admissions, assessing patients' psychiatric and medical status, and ensuring accurate documentation.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Licensed by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas (or licensed in a compact state).
- CPR and hospital de-escalation certifications (can be obtained during orientation).
- Must be able to complete new hire requirements such as a nationwide background check and pre-employment drug screen.
- State and Federal Office of the Inspector General check.
Nice To Haves
- One-year psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Respond to incoming calls to the hospital to accommodate coordination for referrals/admissions.
- Provide assessment of patients' psychiatric and medical status.
- Ensure all inquiries, referrals, and admissions are documented accurately in the computer system.
- Ensure notes regarding referrals and upcoming admissions are documented on proper forms.
- Ensure all referral patient medical record information is completed.
- Ensure nursing and clinical staff are adequately apprised of the patient's condition/history.
- Ensure referral material is copied/distributed and prepared in unit charts as required.
- Assess, direct and intervene in crisis situations.
- Provide leadership and direction to mental health technicians.
- Contribute to treatment plan as a member of interdisciplinary team.
- Administer medication and medical treatment as prescribed by Physician.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & 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 300+ Subsidiaries!
- Sign on Bonus $5000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
