RN ADMISSIONS

Admissions Nurse Opportunity

River Oaks Hospital, located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. We specialize in acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma-based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders.

• Review medical and clinical referral information to determine appropriateness of admission.
• Assess patients using a systematic process that includes interaction with the patient, their significant others, and other healthcare providers.
• Collect and analyze information regarding the patient’s physical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, and anticipated discharge planning needs.
• Participate in Emergency Services emergency codes as necessary for safe department operation.
• Complete nursing assessments for admitted patients, perform skin assessments, contraband checks, and escort patients to the floor.
• Float to the Intake department as needed to answer phone calls or perform assessments of referrals and assist with high‑acuity or busy unit support.
• Respond to telephone and face‑to‑face inquiries about mental health care or information about River Oaks Hospital services.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Minimum of one year psychiatric inpatient experience.
• Current Louisiana State Registered Nurse license.
• CPR certification and training in the appropriate use of seclusion and restraint.
• Ability to review medical and clinical referral information and conduct systematic patient assessments.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans.
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi student loan refinancing program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.

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