Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health in Golf, FL

Description Per Diem Nights Position Summary: The Admission nurse is a professional registered nurse who serves as liaison between hospitals, physicians, other facilities, health care professionals, and insurance companies. He/she carries the primary responsibility for evaluating all patient referrals for inpatient, partial hospitalization, or outpatient services; obtaining physician approval for admissions and pre-certification. This position performs inquiries, screenings, admissions, pre-certifications, and referrals displaying expertise in crisis intervention skills and guest relations with a firm belief that the patient receives the most appropriate treatment possible. Qualifications EDUCATION: Minimum: Education recognized by the State of Florida as qualification for Registered Nurse licensure. Preferred: BSN EXPERIENCE: Minimum: Two (2) years clinical experience in nursing or intake. Preferred: Four (4) years psychiatric experience REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE/REGISTRATION: Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Florida American Heart Association BLS certification Successful completion of CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Non—Violent Crisis Intervention Certification course within 90 days of hire and maintained annually OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: None #LI-JP1