Admissions RN- Behavioral Health
UHS
Summary
The Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Fulltime Registered Nurse for our Admissions Department to join our team. Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital, located near beautiful Myrtle Beach, SC, treats adolescents, adults and senior adults in need of psychiatric services, as well as adults who suffer from a chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, or are in need of rehabilitation. Lighthouse offers 24-hour admissions, needs assessment, and referral services.
Job description
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform assessments and contraband searches before patient is transferred to their designated unit.
- Communicate nursing hand-off information to the Nursing department.
- Assist during down time with making referrals to in-house physicians to assess qualification for admission.
- Provide as a resource to handle overflow intake referrals to ensure loss of referrals is minimized.
- Monitor intake flow via Dashboard.
Requirements
- Current license to practice nursing in State of South Carolina (or eligible to receive or renew-Compact)
- Current CPR or BLS certification
- Preferred 1-3 year of experience in a psychiatric inpatient setting
- CPI Certification preferred
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Paid Time Off
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career Development Opportunities
- Continuing Education Options
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.