What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preadmission Nurse (RN) position at SandstoneCare?
- Conduct telephonic medical and psychiatric assessments to determine appropriate level of care (detox, residential, PHP, IOP, outpatient).
- Utilize ASAM criteria and biopsychosocial assessments during intake.
- Perform medication reconciliation and collaborate with providers for admitting orders.
- Serve as a key decision-maker in the admissions process, ensuring proper placement of clients.
- Work closely with families, hospitals, case managers, and insurance providers.
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for individuals in distress.
- Maintain HIPAA compliance and ensure adherence to documentation standards.
- Complete pre-certification processes for incoming clients.
- Perform chart audits, data tracking, and records management.
- Participate in admissions team meetings and interdepartmental communication.
Qualifications:
- Candidates applying for this position should be aware that an offer for employment in this position is contingent upon passing a comprehensive background check, encompassing criminal records and motor vehicle reports.
- An active RN license in good standing is required
- 2 years of experience in medical detox, psychiatric triage, and crisis stabilization is required
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and telephonic communication skills are required.
- Experience working with diverse patient populations, including individual experience active crisis, is required.
The Perks
- A competitive compensation and total rewards package including a meaningful salary, merit-based pay increases, and professional growth opportunities.
- A flexible PTO package that includes accrued PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing days
- High quality medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of package options that meet your needs and majority company paid.
- A robust Employee Assistance Program: Including counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching.
- A collaborative and supportive community of therapists and team members: Fostering a positive work environment.
What to Expect: Our Interview Process
- Application Review: We'll promptly review your application within one business day.
- Discovery Call: Expect a 30-minute discovery call with one of our recruiters.
- Interview with Hiring Manager: You'll have 2 separate 1-hour interviews with our Admissions and Medical leadership teams.
- Offer: If all goes well, you'll receive an offer.
- Candidates applying for this position should be aware that an offer for employment in this position is contingent upon passing a comprehensive background check, encompassing criminal records and motor vehicle reports.
About SandstoneCare:
Sandstone Care helps teens, young adults, and their families overcome mental health and substance use challenges. We provide a full continuum of care and have treatment centers in Colorado, Illinois, Virginia, and Maryland. How We Are DifferentSandstone Care aims to drive positive lasting change in real people. We understand that you have a life, so we offer a more personal experience than you would find anywhere else.Age-Specific CareWe are age-specific, not gender-specific. We focus on the unique circumstances that teens and young adults face.Evidence-Based TherapyWe only use treatment interventions that have been scientifically proven to provide consistent, lasting recovery.Small Group SizesClients are not a number, that’s why we provide a comfortable setting where the client’s voice can be heard.Individualized Treatment PlansNo one person is the same, and neither is their recovery journey. Treatment programs are tailored to each client’s unique needs.Academic and Vocational SupportWe want clients to get the most out of life, which means doing their best in the classroom or at their job.The Family ComponentRecovery involves the entire family, so we provide support for the whole family system.
Salary : $70,000 - $83,000
