Registered Nurse Intake (RN), Behavioral Health

Intake/Assessment (RN) Behavioral Health

Job Type: Full-Time 3x12

Schedule: Nights

Your experience matters

Copper Springs Avondale is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

We are a family-oriented team led by an energetic and highly collaborative leadership team. The department is made up of team members who are enthusiastic driven and eager to grow within a positive forwardthinking organization.

How youll contribute

AnIntake/Assessment (RN)who excels in this role:

• Facilitates response to a request for services including the initial response the assessment the referral process the designation of the appropriate level of care admission into services and appropriate follow-up activity.
• Conducts initial evaluation initiates the assessment documents patient symptomology functioning and needs and provides information to MD for LOC determination.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills in assisting patients physicians visitors and coworkers promptly and courteously.
• Possess clear knowledge of Emergency Detention paperwork and processes and EMTALA.
• Maintains all preadmission and admission paperwork with accuracy and completes all pre-certification with insurance companies.
• Will monitor patient for change of condition and respond accordingly up to and including notification of the physician.
• RN will follow hospital policy for medication administration.
• RN will consistently use empathy dignity and respect when interacting with patients.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-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.

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:

What were looking for

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associate degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required. ACLS PALS and Handle with Care preferred.
• Licenses: Must have a current Arizona State License or Compact License with Arizona endorsement.
• Education: Associates degree required. BSN preferred.

Connect with a Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application or have questions Please contact Tina Herron by emailing

More about Copper Springs Avondale

Copper Springs Avondale is a behavioral health hospital located in Avondale Arizona serving the greater Phoenix metro area. We provide inpatient and outpatient mental health and addiction treatment for adolescents and adults in a safe supportive and compassionate environment.

Our programs include inpatient psychiatric care detox services Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) allowing us to support patients at every stage of their healing and recovery journey. We also offer 24/7 walk in access ensuring timely care for individuals in crisis.

Copper Springs is proud to offer Help for Heroes a specialized program designed to meet the unique needs of active-duty military veterans first responders and other frontline professionals who face high levels of stress and trauma in their careers.

Our team is deeply committed to our mission of Changing Peoples Lives by providing evidence-based care treating every patient with dignity and respect and fostering a culture of teamwork safety and compassion among staff and patients alike.

EEOC Statement

Copper Springs Hospital Avondaleis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Copper Springs Hospital Avondaleis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.