Registered Nurse Intake (PRN)

DESTINY SPRINGS HEALTHCARE LLC•Surprise, AZ

6d•$40 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

The Intake Registered Nurse provides patient assessments to ensure patients are medically cleared for admission, conducts Medical Screening Exams (MSEs), completes nurse-to-nurse reports for patient transfers, administers medications, and maintains accurate clinical documentation in accordance with hospital policy, Arizona nursing practice standards, and applicable licensing requirements. The role reports administratively to the Intake and Admissions Evening Supervisor while on shift and to the Director of Intake and Admissions for departmental matters. It is a per diem position at Destiny Springs Hospital Main in Surprise, Arizona, with flexible shifts; the posting notes that the employee may be eligible for shift differential. The position conducts timely MSEs in compliance with EMTALA, reviews referral packets and patient histories, and supports admission requests and patient throughput. The Intake RN assesses physical, psychological, developmental, and cultural needs; reviews diagnostic and laboratory data; reports abnormal findings; administers and documents medications; and communicates significant clinical findings, status changes, and safety concerns to appropriate members of the care team. The role also includes MOAS scoring, quality improvement activities, competency evaluations, and departmental training. This position has no administrative supervisory authority over other staff. Clinical oversight of Behavioral Health Technicians is provided exclusively by the Chief Nursing Officer, and does not extend to the Intake RN.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Arizona.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
At least two years of clinical nursing experience.
BLS/CPR and CPI certification before patient interaction, maintained throughout employment.
Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Ability to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations and prioritize multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Ability to perform intermittent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and respond quickly in clinical emergencies.
Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 35 pounds.
Ability to communicate verbally, telephonically, and in writing to exchange clinical information accurately.
Hearing sufficient to perceive sound with no less than 40 dB loss at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz, with or without correction.
Ability to perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience.
Experience with EMTALA compliance and Medical Screening Exam protocols.

Responsibilities

Conduct Medical Screening Exams (MSEs) on people seeking mental health or detox assessments, in compliance with EMTALA requirements and hospital timelines.
Immediately document and communicate MSE delays and potential EMTALA concerns to the Evening Supervisor and Director of Intake and Admissions.
Prioritize referral packets and complete nurse-to-nurse reviews to determine whether patients are medically cleared for transfer.
Document nurse-to-nurse communications in accordance with hospital policy.
Assist the team in managing admission requests and facilitating patient throughput throughout the hospital.
Assess patients' immediate and ongoing physical, psychological, developmental, and cultural needs.
Review patient history with the patient and/or family and complete the review within the timeframe required by hospital policy.
Review diagnostic and laboratory data, report abnormal results to treating physicians and other appropriate caregivers promptly, and document notifications in the clinical record.
Administer medications accurately in accordance with physician orders and document administration in the patient's medical record.
Conduct Modified Overt Aggression Scale (MOAS) scoring for applicable patients and communicate results to the clinical team.
Communicate clinically significant findings, patient status changes, and safety concerns to the attending physician, clinical team, Evening Supervisor, and Director of Intake and Admissions as appropriate.
Participate in quality improvement activities, competency evaluations, and departmental training as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Evening Supervisor, Director of Intake and Admissions, or administration.