Registered Nurse (RN) Intake Dept.

About the role

The Referral RN in the Access department is a registered nurse who assesses and evaluates patients' charts for potential hospital admission, takes physician orders, and reviews medication reconciliation with the physician and/or Assessment RN following the nursing process and the standards of care and practices. This role requires good clinical skills and the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Review medical charts from referring hospitals received via fax.
• Accept patients for the hospital based on criteria, capacity, and capability of RIS.
• Work with children, adolescents, adults, and senior populations, demonstrating familiarity with common diagnoses and specific assessment/interviewing skills for each group.
• Call physicians for admission and medication orders.
• Collaborate with the Assessment RN for medication reconciliation verification provided by patient/family/pharmacy.
• Report any signs or symptoms of infection, illness, or medical instability to the physician after assessment.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited RN program; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a psychiatric facility (preferred).
• Currently licensed to practice by the Georgia State Board of Nursing.
• Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications.
• CPR certification and successful completion of Management of Aggressive Behavior (including restraint and seclusion policies) within 30 days of employment and prior to assisting in restraining procedures.
• Working knowledge of the DSM-V, Mental Status Exam, and the Addiction and Recovery field.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical benefits for Full-Time RNs (up to family coverage).
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• On-site cafeteria.
• Employee engagement events.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee recognition program.
• Free parking.
• Career and training development opportunities.
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success.

Pay

This is a full-time, non-exempt role with an expected compensation range of $32.00 to $40.00 per hour, plus medical coverage for you and your family. Consideration will be given based on experience and skill level.