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Responsibilities
Intake Registered Nurse - Full Time
Springwoods Behavioral Health , an 80-bed behavioral health facility located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, provides acute inpatient treatment for adolescent, adult, and specialty program for women. The hospital also offers outpatient treatment. Our six-acre campus is adjacent to a 123-acre Audubon Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary, which is held in perpetuity and cannot be developed from its natural state. This provides Springwoods with a peaceful setting for those embarked on the road to recovery.
Visit us online at: https://www.springwoodsbehavioral.com/
The Intake RN, under the supervision of the Intake Director, provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment to assist the physician in identification of appropriate level of care for potential patients. The Intake RN is the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, facilitates the admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients, and unit staff. The Intake RN works with the Business Office regarding patient financial data and verification and prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed, as well as with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
THIS SECTION DESCRIBES WHAT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES AN EMPLOYEE IN THIS POSITION SHOULD CURRENTLY POSSESS. THIS LIST MAY NOT BE COMPLETE FOR ALL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND MENTAL ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION .

Knowledge of crisis intervention procedures.

Knowledge of strong clinical assessment skills.

Knowledge of therapeutic planning and techniques.

Strong clinical assessment skills

Skill in organizing and prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines.

Skill in telephone etiquette and paging procedures.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Ability to communicate effectively with patients and co-workers.

Ability to adhere to safety policies and procedures.

Ability to use good judgement and to maintain confidentiality of information.

Ability to work as a team player.

Ability to demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication.

Ability to accept direction and adhere to policies and procedures. Ability to recognize the importance of adapting to the various patient age groups (adult and geriatric).

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to meet corporate deadlines.

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required; Bachelor's
Degree preferred.
Experience: 2-3 years in substance abuse/psychiatric treatment programs, including experience in intake/admissions and managed care preferred.
Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
Additional Requirements: CPR certification, Handle with Care and Verbal De-Escalation training within 30 days of employment prior to assisting in a restraining procedure. May be asked to work flexible hours, weekends, and overtime.
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points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
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