Admissions Registered Nurse (9am-5:30pm)

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete and document initial screenings and assessments.
• Collect information to complete, or clarify, information on the Request for Services Screening tool.
• Investigate and document the patient’s interaction with those accompanying the person.
• Obtain assessment data from support systems, when appropriate, regarding the patient’s history and individual needs.
• Act as an advocate for patients.
• Complete other admission procedures as needed within the department (including Request for Services Screening, insurance verification/pre-authorizations, patient registration).
• Aid in the patient orientation process.
• Assist in the screening of persons requesting services.
• Identify potential care problems.
• Review identified care problems with program manager and physician.
• Provide clinical resource to admissions.
• Participate in the Performance Improvement program on an ongoing basis.
• Assist in the development and implementation of standards of care.
• Participate in unit-based committees or projects.
• Carry out leadership function in patient care, staff operations, and department organization.
• Contribute to Nursing and Hospital functions through active participation on committees and attendance at designated meetings.
• Participate in projects, tasks, and continuing education opportunities to improve professional skills and unit/department systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Registered Nurse licensed by Wisconsin State Board of Nursing.
• American Health Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or American Red Cross Professional Rescue is required within thirty (30) days of date of hire. Annual re-certification is required.
• Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of date of hire. Annual re-certification is required.
• Previous psychiatric experience with children, adolescents, and adults is preferred.
• Must be deemed competent to serve as a Qualified Medical Person (QMP), as outlined in the Medical Staff Bylaws of Rogers Memorial Hospital.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee share program.
• Life/disability insurance.
• Flex spending accounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health and wellness program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Pay

• Up to $15,000 Retention Bonus Available!

Schedule

• Tuesday - Friday (9a-5:30p)