RN - Emergency Department Flex Night Shift

Focuses primarily on RN-to-RN screenings, (i.e. reviewing H& P, labs, and other clinical documentations) for all admissions and ensures patients are medically appropriate for admission.

• Oversees the admission process including the appropriateness of the admission, completion RN to RN screenings, orders for the admissions, and any additional required paperwork.
• Assists in assigning unit/program based on patient needs.
• Knowledgeable and able to explain Hospital programs and services.
• Provides accurate and complete information to physicians regarding RN-to-RN screening.
• Communicates with physicians and providers to receive admission orders and medical clearance as needed.
• Assures compliance with all applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations that pertain to psychiatric admissions.
• Maintains data/records regarding the admission process for medical screenings.
• Completes medical screening evaluations and triaging on all patients who present for an assessment in accordance with EMTALA laws.
• Provides first aid and medical care as needed.
• Coordinate transfer of those patients requiring a higher level of medical care and/or medical clearance.
• Has a strong understanding of the department computer systems.
• Conducts the initial assessment which includes prior treatment history, previous medications, health screen, family dynamics and risk factors.

FLEX/PRN position - no benefits.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

Associates Degree or BSN in Nursing from an accredited Nursing program is required.

Experience: 1+ year(s) experience working within an inpatient mental health field preferred, and strong prior experience with med-surg nursing and/or providing medical clearance for patients. Licensure/Certification: IL Registered Nurse licensure or higher

Supervision Received: Directors of Emergency Services and Nursing, Assistant Director, Lead Clinician and/or Supervisor

Supervision Exercised: None

Line of Promotion: Lead Admission Nurse and/or Director of Emergency Services

Works in the Emergency Services Department, the inpatient units and other areas of the Hospital. Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior. General hospital environment.

Ability to proficiently communicate verbally and in writing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

Hours vary based on coverage for 24/7 department and may include day, evening, night and weekend shifts.

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