Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) Evenings 6743
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Job Location:
West Lafayette, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
26 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Text 6743 to to Quick Apply for this Admissions Registered Nurse opportunity!
Welcome Bonus $10000!
Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others!
You are the dynamic professional Full time 12pm - 9pm Admissions RN we are looking for at River Bend Hospital West Lafayette this opportunity you will be of the multidisciplinary psychiatric team responsible for organizing and completing admissions on the inpatient unit as well as functioning as a staff nurse on the unit as needed
Our commitment to whole person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities for the better will make us an amazing Team!
Admissions RN Key Responsibilities:
- Provides intake assessment and completes all admission paperwork including for walk-ins providing coordination with business office and utilization review to ensure that all necessary information is obtained; Assists with all admissions.
- Will rotate on call after-hours screening for admission requests; will provide alternate weekend coverage.
- Provides crisis intervention for and evaluation of walk-in emergencies including gathering information about appropriateness for admission or other appropriate disposition.
- May interview collateral for assessment information in person or on telephone.
- Coordinates discharge planning and outpatient referrals. Discusses the referral with the client as well as utilizing community and personal supports and resources.
- Willing to be flexible with hours and shifts for departmental coverage; will staff unit as needed for RN coverage.
- Maintains commitment information in the medical record.
- Enters chart notes in a timely manner and consistent with Treatment Plan objectives.
- Deals positively with patient and family requests.
- Referrals to other services including state-operated facilities.
- Maintains professional boundaries.
- Works extensively with Valley Oaks hospitals and other community services for referrals and exchange of information.
- Meets with assigned supervisor for clinical and administrative supervision as needed.
- Demonstrates good time management skills including the ability to structure time prioritize activities and be self-motivated.
- Works well with staff of other agencies and with colleagues.
- Effectively works as a member of the treatment team.
- Attends team meetings and staffing as needed.
- Maintains patient records in accordance with hospital standards.
- Continues professional growth and development through participation in workshops professional groups and in-services.
- Works closely with physicians and other providers for referrals.
- Assists with discharges.
- Completes chart audits on daily basis.
- Manages Teams page.
- Meets competencies and requirements of the Registered Nurse job description.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
We are seeking Admissions RN candidates with the following qualities:
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required.
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the State of Indiana required.
- Inpatient Psychiatric Nursing experience desirable.
- Able to achieve the required competencies or privileges with Meridian Health Services/River Bend Hospital.
- Meets pre-hire competency and reference requirements.
- CPR certification preferred.
Why You should choose Meridian for your Admissions RN career:
- Unique Mission Innovative leader in integrated care and whole person health
- Welcome Bonus $10000
- Generous PTO
- Opportunities for advancement
- Comprehensive Benefit Package
- 401k with Company match
- Professional development funds for Licensure and Continuing Education
- Personal Wellness and Financial Wellness Programs
- Merit Based Compensation Plans
- Work-life Harmony
Drug screen TB test extensive background check and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks social distancing and sanitizing.
Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Meridian Health Services believes in treating the “whole-person” integrating physical, mental and social well-being to help people achieve their optimum health.
