RN - Admissions Specialist - Behavioral Health – PRN Shift [2:00PM - 10:30PM]

The Registered Nurse (RN) Admissions Specialist is responsible for coordinating and completing the nursing admission process for patients entering inpatient detoxification and residential substance abuse treatment services. This role ensures timely medical and psychiatric triage, screening, assessment, medication reconciliation, withdrawal monitoring initiation, and coordination of care to support safe patient admission and continuity of treatment.

The RN Admissions Specialist works collaboratively with the admissions team, providers, nursing staff, therapists, and support staff to ensure all admissions are completed in accordance with facility policies, state regulations, accreditation standards, and best clinical practices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete comprehensive nursing admission assessments for incoming patients.
• Obtain and document medical, psychiatric, substance use, trauma, and social histories.
• Perform physical health screenings and assess for withdrawal symptoms utilizing approved assessment tools (e.g., CIWA, COWS).
• Review all admission documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Conduct medication reconciliation and verify current medications, allergies, and pharmacy information.
• Communicate admission findings and clinical concerns to providers in order to obtain orders for admission.
• Initiate provider orders, implement detoxification or residential treatment protocols as directed, and submit electronic prescriptions to the pharmacy.
• Assess patients for immediate medical or psychiatric concerns requiring escalation, medical clearance, or referral to a higher level of care.
• Obtain vital signs, urine drug screens, breathalyzer testing, and other required admission procedures.
• Educate patients regarding facility rules, nursing procedures, medications, withdrawal expectations, and treatment process.
• Ensure timely and accurate electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.
• Coordinate admissions workflow with intake coordinators, behavioral health technicians, and nursing staff.
• Monitor newly admitted patients for stabilization and safety concerns during the shift.
• Participate in warm handoff reports to communicate pertinent information to staff assuming care of the patient once admitted to the unit.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, infection control standards, medication administration policies, and safety procedures.
• Assist with direct patient care and nursing unit support as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience required.
• Experience in behavioral health, detoxification, addiction medicine, psychiatric nursing, or residential treatment preferred. Emergency room experience is also considered beneficial.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, withdrawal management, psychotropic medications, and co-occurring mental health conditions preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, crisis intervention, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced admissions environment.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• CPR/FA Certification – to be obtained within first 30 days
• Fingerprint Clearance Card – have current card or show proof of applying within 7 days from hire date
• Handle with Care – to be obtained within first 30 days
• Successful clearance of pre-employment criminal/county/state background check
• Successful clearance of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Successful clearance of TB PPD testing upon hire and annual screening of TB symptoms
• Attending clinical oversight with BHP once every 2 weeks worked for a minimum of 2 sessions per month.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist patients throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to respond effectively during medical or behavioral emergencies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Inpatient detoxification and residential substance abuse treatment setting.
• Frequent interaction with patients experiencing withdrawal symptoms, psychiatric conditions, and emotional distress.
• Exposure to crisis situations requiring de-escalation and rapid clinical decision-making.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Ability to provide compassionate, empathetic care and communication to individuals suffering from substance abuse.
• Experience with detox admission workflows and utilization review processes.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission and state licensing standards.
• Ability to prioritize multiple admissions while maintaining attention to detail and patient safety.

Additional Notes:
America’s Rehab Campus’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug free workplace, and complies with Veteran and ADA regulations as applicable.

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $40