Intake Registered Nurse (7p-7a)

Position Summary

As an Intake Registered Nurse (RN), you will play a critical role in coordinating patient admissions, conducting behavioral health assessments, and ensuring a smooth intake process for patients and referral sources. This position requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and respond to referral and inquiry calls.
• Gather patient demographic and clinical information.
• Cook up behavioral health assessments and admissions.
• Communicate with physicians, referral sources, and internal departments.
• Initiate insurance verification and assist with pre-certification processes.
• Obtain necessary Releases of Information (ROI) and medical records.
• Cook up patient placement and discharge planning with community resources.
• Maintain accurate admission documentation, call logs, and reporting data.
• Cook up with Utilization Review, Business Office, and interdisciplinary treatment teams.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments and nursing evaluations.
• Provide direct patient care and nursing interventions.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and supervision.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to adult and geriatric populations.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to behavioral health crises.

Qualifications

• A current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas.
• Experience in behavioral health nursing, psychiatric assessment, or inpatient behavioral health (one year preferred).
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and perform routine physical movements.
• Manual dexterity to operate clinical and office equipment.
• Adequate vision, hearing, and sensory awareness to safely perform patient care duties.

EEO Statement

We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.