RN Admissions Intake Beh Health

FT RN – Admissions/Intake (Nights, 7p–7a Th/Fri/Sa)

Agave Ridge Behavioral Health
• Mesa, AZ

Agave Ridge Behavioral Health is hiring a full‑time Admissions RN for night shift. We’re a new, state‑of‑the‑art behavioral health hospital in East Mesa, and we’re building a team that’s passionate about mental health, teamwork, and making a real impact in the community.

• A modern, beautiful facility with a calm, supportive vibe
• Real experience in behavioral health admissions and crisis‑stabilization
• A team that values communication, collaboration, and mental‑health awareness
• A chance to grow your clinical skills in a high‑impact environment
• Purpose‑driven work that actually matters

We’re a 100‑bed acute psychiatric hospital supporting adults with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other behavioral health needs. Our mission is to deliver high‑quality care in a safe, supportive space.

• Medical, dental, vision
• FSA/HSA options
• Short‑ & long‑term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance & financial wellness programs…and more to support your life and career.

Every team member carries a Personal Panic Alarm device across clinical and non‑clinical areas—so help is always one button away.

If you’re looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a place to grow your nursing career, Agave Ridge Behavioral Health is a strong fit.

As an Admissions RN, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and efficient admissions process for our patients. Your clinical expertise, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate with various stakeholders will contribute to delivering high‑quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review medical documentation for all admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
• Facilitate emergency transfers for patients with medical conditions beyond our facility's capabilities.
• Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and community agencies, assessing medical and behavioral acuity and responding within designated time frames.
• Respond to inquiries about our facility, providing appropriate recommendations and information.
• Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within our facility.
• Collaborate with medical and psychiatric personnel to ensure appropriate recommendations and admissions.
• Facilitate the admissions process, including assessment, consent, and inventory of patient belongings.
• Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission.
• Monitor patient status throughout the admissions process, following facility policies and physician orders.
• Utilize web-based programs to track and review referrals.
• Communicate projected admissions promptly to designated internal representatives.
• Ensure timely receipt of all clinical information, including medical comorbidity, from referral sources or patients.
• Schedule and complete pre-admission assessments, consult with admitting physicians, and communicate disposition recommendations to patients or their families.
• Prepare and maintain accurate medical record documentation to facilitate payor authorization at the requested level of care.
• Complete initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission within payor timeframe guidelines.
• Admit patients to the registration and accounting system, completing all necessary admission and consent forms.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards patients, prioritizing their safety and promptly addressing concerns or complaints.
• Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted, ensuring they receive appropriate follow‑up care and referrals.
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