Intake & Assessment Clinician (RN) Behavioral Health

St. Marys Regional Medical Center

Intake & Assessment Clinician Behavioral Health

Location: 1710 West C Place Russellville AR 72801

Schedule: FT 3x12s on week 1 and 4x12s on week 2 10:00A-10:00P

Your experience matters

St. Marys Regional Medical Centeris operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Intake & Assessment Clinician joining our team youre embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How youll contribute

This individual is responsible for working with internal and external customers to identify patients appropriate for admission to the Behavioral Health Unit. The individual is responsible for conducting a crisis assessment as identified in the essential job specific functions.

• Work independently and flexibly in a fast-paced hospital environment adapting hours to meet business needs.

• Provide compassionate confidential and professional service cultivating strong relationships with patients families and internal/external stakeholders.
• Conduct thorough crisis assessments (mental status exam suicide/violence risk substance use preliminary diagnosis) and present clinical findings to psychiatrists and nursing staff.
• Apply clinical knowledge of mental health across all age groups demonstrating expertise in DSMV stages of development and acute psychiatric crises.
• Navigate legal and administrative processes related to voluntary/involuntary admissions including 72hour holds EMTALA Mental Inquest Warrants and coordinating patient transfers.

Minimum Requirements

• MMasters Degree Preferred

• Arkansas RN License in good standing Required

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a psychiatric setting

• Experience in crisis counseling and crisis evaluations; preferred

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

St. Marys Regional Medical Centeris an Equal Opportunity Employer.St. Marys Regional Medical Centeris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.