RN Intake (11a-11:30p)
About The Position
Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (BBHH) is an acute psychiatric and behavioral 90-bed facility offering inpatient and outpatient services for children, adolescents, and adults. BBHH is committed to being a top workplace by offering excellent benefits, fostering individual growth, and upholding its CARES values (Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, Empowerment, Sincerity). This RN position is within the Inpatient units, requiring a high level of situational awareness and critical thinking for successful patient outcomes. The role emphasizes the CARES values in all patient care. BBHH is a fast-paced environment that necessitates teamwork and strong communication skills.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Current California RN License
- Minimum of two (2) years psychiatric nursing experience (acute inpatient preferred)
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses, risk stratification, and medical comorbidities
- Demonstrated ability to independently analyze clinical information and exercise sound judgment
- Working knowledge of Title 22, CMS, and Joint Commission standards related to psychiatric facilities
- Strong written documentation skills
- Current CPR certification or ability to obtain prior to start date
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a mental healthcare hospital environment with a focus on assessments of human behavior, psychiatry, psychology, or other mental healthcare situations
- Experience reviewing referral packets or conducting medical necessity reviews, consents, contraband, patient belongings, etc.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive clinical reviews of referral packets to determine patient eligibility for admission.
- Evaluate medical history, psychiatric diagnosis, acuity level, risk factors, exclusionary criteria, and medical stability to ensure the hospital can safely and appropriately meet the patient’s needs.
- Utilize sound clinical judgment, knowledge of psychiatric standards of care, and regulatory awareness to assess admission risk in alignment with California law, CMS Conditions of Participation, and Joint Commission standards.
- Demonstrate sound leadership skills in organizing activities and schedules for medical and/or non-medical tasks on the unit.
- Showcase high-quality clinical and interpersonal skills as an exemplary role model.
- Apply basic knowledge of treatment procedures and interventions common to acute psychotic and non-violent crisis intervention practice.
- Apply basic knowledge of abnormal psychology to patient care and utilize medical terminology in psychiatric care.
- Demonstrate thorough familiarity with psychiatric medications and their use.
- Utilize basic teaching and training skills.
- Problem-solve effectively.
- Facilitate and/or co-facilitate process-oriented and didactic groups.
- Review referral packets or conduct medical necessity reviews, consents, contraband, and patient belongings.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (over three weeks in the first year for full-time employees)
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Discounted Meals
- Employee Assistance Program
- TUITION Assistance
- CPR certification cost covered if obtained before start date
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
