What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intake (RN) - Full Time Nights position at Voyages Behavioral Health of Conroe?
Overview
We are looking for an Intake Nurse (RN) to join our team and care for our diverse patient population.
At Voyages Behavioral Health/ PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.
What can we offer you as a full-time employee?
- Medical benefits: EPO/HDHP/HSA options, including prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc
- Comprehensive dental and vision benefits
- Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial services
- Flexible spending (FSA) and health savings (HSA) accounts
- Life and Disability insurance benefits
- Education/In-Service Opportunities including continuing education and tuition assistance
- Supplemental benefits: Accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options
- Auto, Home, Cell Phone, and Gym Membership discount offerings
- Personal Travel Discounts
- 401(k) plans and discretionary employer match
- Generous Paid Benefit Time
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Director of Assessments and Referrals, the Intake Nurse is responsible to screen patient admissions and communicate information to the physician to determine if patient meets level of care. This position works closely with nursing department, clinical staff and Intake department to ensure timely admission of patients. This position will contribute to department meetings, quality initiatives and maintain services within TJC requirements.
Qualifications
- Education and Training: RN required. Licensed in the state in which the hospital resides. BLS required. Crisis management certification per hospital policy and standards required.
- Experience: Candidate must have an understanding of behavioral healthcare and freestanding industry as well as experience in interviewing, assessments, patient-family centered care, and requirements for admission based on established hospital criteria. Candidates with 2-3 years of experience in admissions preferred.
