Registered Nurse (RN) - Admissions

UHS • Grand Rapids, MI

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Forest View Hospital, a private 108-bed psychiatric facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking an Admissions Registered Nurse. The nurse works closely with Admissions and Referral Center staff, physicians, patients, and families to establish trust and rapport while gathering medical history, current medications, health updates, and vital signs. The position provides nursing care to adult and adolescent patients and helps ensure a seamless transition to the unit. The nurse floats between admissions and the floor.

The schedule may consist of four 10-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts. Shifts are expected to start in the late afternoon and continue into the evening during peak admissions times.

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in the state of Michigan.
• Basic understanding of psychiatric nursing theory and practice.
• Demonstrated clinical competency in providing general nursing care.
• Provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status or request an exemption for a qualifying medical reason or sincerely held religious belief.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of previous psychiatric clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate mental and emotional tolerance, sensitivity, diplomacy, sound judgment, and professionalism when interacting with patients, families, and co-workers throughout admissions.
• Support patients and help ease anxiety during the admissions process.
• Document patients’ medical histories and assessment findings as part of the assessment and admissions process.
• Continually assess and reassess patients’ medical and psychiatric status and changing needs.
• Accompany patients to the unit and assist with their transition.
• Perform duties professionally despite frequent interruptions, close quarters, and time constraints.
• Maintain current knowledge of nursing law and hospital policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Handle incoming crisis calls, make referrals, and complete assessments as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Paid time off, accrued at 6.46 hours biweekly.
• Basic life insurance equal to one times salary.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Student loan reimbursement program, up to $200 per month.
• Student loan refinancing program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed