Admission Assessment Coord- Psychiatric Screening- PRN- Shift Varies

Full Time
Huntsville, AL 35801
Posted
Job description
Overview:
To provide clinical assessments on potential patients of all ages and to provide accurate assessment data to the provider to determine if inpatient psychiatric care is needed. To provide alternatives and appropriate referrals for patients who are not in need of psychiatric inpatient admission. Functions as a liaison between the patient and the on-call psychiatrist or other personnel as appropriate. Keeps clear and accurate documentation and completes the admission process when necessary. Possesses a strong knowledge and ability to document using appropriate psychiatric terminology.
Qualifications:
Education:
BSN or MSN level degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Community Health, and/or two years of work experience in a psychiatric related setting.

Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse graduate from Accredited School of Nursing with current Alabama licensure.

Experience:
Prior inpatient hospital experience preferred and/or two years of work experience in a psychiatric related setting.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:
  • Apply principles of logical and/or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
  • Understands technical information applicable to job function
  • Responds quickly in an emergency with appropriate action.
  • Communicates with people.
  • Follows and/or give precise instruction.
  • Records and interprets information accurately.
About Us:

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.


Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!


Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

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  • Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home#benefits
  • Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
  • Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al

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