RN- Intake PRN
UHS
Summary
Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) PRN, key responsibilities include but not limited to:
Job description
Position Summary
Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) PRN, key responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Responds to incoming calls to the hospital to accommodate coordination for referrals/admissions.
- Will provide assessment of patients' psychiatric and medical status.
- Responsible for making sure all inquiries, referrals, and admissions are documented accurately in the computer system and that notes regarding referrals and upcoming admissions are documented on proper forms.
- Responsible to ensure all referral patient medical record information is completed and nursing and clinical staff are adequately apprised of the patient's condition/history.
- Responsible to ensure referral material is copied/distributed and prepared in unit charts as required.
- To assess, direct and intervene in crisis situations.
- To provide leadership and direction to mental health technicians.
- To contribute to treatment plan as a member of interdisciplinary team.
- To administer medication and medical treatment as prescribed by Physician.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Licensed by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas (or licensed in a compact state).
- One-year psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
- CPR and hospital de-escalation certifications which can be obtained during orientation.
- Must be able to complete new hire requirements such as a nationwide background check and pre-employment drug screen.
- State and Federal Office of the Inspector General check.
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.