Registered Nurse Intake Nights

Oasis Behavioral Health•Chandler, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Oasis Behavioral Health is hiring a full-time Admissions Registered Nurse to support adolescents and adults seeking mental health and substance use treatment at its 210-bed behavioral health hospital in Chandler, Arizona. The role works nights from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The Admissions RN helps ensure a smooth, safe, and efficient admissions process by reviewing referrals and medical documentation, assessing patients, coordinating with clinical and administrative stakeholders, and completing admission and insurance authorization requirements. The position also supports appropriate follow-up care for people who are not admitted and conducts safety checks and supervision as required by patient precautions and individualized guidelines. The role requires an Associate's degree in Nursing, at least one year of clinical or observational experience working with individuals, an active RN license in the state, and CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification. Training for the latter certifications is available upon hire and offered by the facility. First aid certification may also be required depending on state or facility requirements.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Experience in the relevant area of specialty for the hiring facility.
First aid certification may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

Review medical documentation for admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
Facilitate emergency transfers for patients whose medical needs exceed 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 with 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 within payor timeframes.
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 admitting physicians, and communicate disposition recommendations to patients or families.
Prepare and maintain accurate medical records to support payor authorization at the requested level of care.
Admit patients into the registration and accounting system and complete required admission and consent forms.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional manner; 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 according to special precautions and individualized guidelines.