PRN- Intake Registered Nurse

Universal Health Services • Desoto, TX

69d

About The Position

We are looking for PRN - RN's for our Intake Department. Shifts available are: Overnight and Evenings (3pm-11pm). Hickory Trail Hospital, an 86-bed behavioral health facility located just south of Dallas, has been providing quality health care to the residents of DFW since 1988. Hickory Trail Hospital provides inpatient and day treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. Our professional staff individualizes care to uniquely fit the intensity and severity of each client's case and their family's needs. Because crisis occurs at all times of the day and night, our services are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are also a proud supporter of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention. The Intake RN, under the supervision of the Intake Director, provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment to assist the physician in identification of appropriate level of care for potential patients. The Intake RN is the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, facilitates the admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients, and unit staff. The Intake RN works with the Business Office regarding patient financial data and verification and prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed, as well as with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted.

Requirements

• Current license to practice nursing by the Texas State Board of Nursing (or eligible to receive or renew).
• Current CPR or BLS certification.
• Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years' experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
• New Grads welcome!

Responsibilities

• Provide telephonic and in-person risk assessment to assist the physician in identification of appropriate level of care for potential patients.
• Act as the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients.
• Coordinate the referral and intake process.
• Facilitate the admission process.
• Maintain communication with referral sources, families, patients, and unit staff.
• Work with the Business Office regarding patient financial data and verification.
• Handle prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed.
• Collaborate with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted.

Benefits

• An environment that puts patient care first.
• Supportive and responsive leadership.
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and career advancement.
• Robust continuing education options.
• Opportunities for skills diversification.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees