Registered Nurse Admissions

Oasis Behavioral Health•Chandler, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Oasis Behavioral Health in Chandler, Arizona, is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) for Admissions/Intake. The hospital provides mental health and substance-use treatment for adolescents and adults. The Admissions RN supports a smooth, efficient admissions process through clinical assessment, coordination with patients and referral sources, documentation, and collaboration with medical and psychiatric personnel. The role requires a positive, empathetic, and professional approach, with patient safety as a priority. Team members carry a Personal Panic Alarm for immediate support. The position offers a salary of up to $45 per hour, depending on experience, plus weekend shift differentials of up to $8 per hour. Sign-on bonuses are listed as $7,500 for day shifts and $10,000 for night shifts. Available schedules are nights from 6:30 p.m. to 7 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, or evenings from 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Nursing or higher.
At least one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity.
Clear and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state.
CPR certification required.
De-escalation/restraint certification required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the relevant area of specialty for the hiring facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review medical documentation for admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
Facilitate emergency transfers when patients have medical conditions beyond the facility’s capabilities.
Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and community agencies; assess medical and behavioral acuity; and respond within designated timeframes.
Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide appropriate information and recommendations.
Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within the facility.
Collaborate with medical and psychiatric personnel on recommendations and admissions.
Facilitate admissions, including assessments, consent, and inventory of patient belongings.
Verify insurance benefits and obtain initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission.
Monitor patient status during the admissions process in accordance with facility policies and physician orders.
Use web-based programs to track and review referrals.
Promptly communicate projected admissions to designated internal representatives.
Ensure timely receipt of clinical information, including information about medical comorbidities, from referral sources or patients.
Schedule and complete pre-admission assessments, consult with admitting physicians, and communicate disposition recommendations to patients or families.
Prepare and maintain accurate medical record documentation to support payor authorization at the requested level of care.
Complete initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission within payor timeframe guidelines.
Register patients in the registration and accounting system and complete required admission and consent forms.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude, prioritize patient safety, and promptly address concerns or complaints.
Coordinate appropriate follow-up care and referrals for patients who are not admitted.
Conduct safety checks and provide supervision in accordance with special precautions and individualized guidelines.