RN-FULL-TIME- 11p-7a M-F NARC
UHS
Summary
The Triage and Assessment Counselor/Nurse provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment and crisis intervention, initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, determines appropriate level of care and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff.
Job description
Triage and Assessment Counselor/Nurse receives individual/family walk-ins with compassion, empathy, a sense of urgency, and to ensure each person receives an appropriate assessment. Thorough and accurate documentation is a critical component of the job.
Requirements
- Licensed Physicians, APRN's, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, Registered Nurses, Masters in Social Work, Masters in Counseling, Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, or Masters of Psychology required.
- Prior emergency department, intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting preferred, but not required.
- Licensure and registration by the Tennessee Board of Nurse Examiners as a registered nurse.
- Must possess knowledge of general and psychiatric nursing processes, therapeutic relationships and processes, age specific growth and development, limit setting, crisis and behavior management and CPR training.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition assistance
- Growth and development opportunities
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.