Intake Nurse (Registered Nurse - RN)
Northpoint Colorado (Adult inpatient in Loveland, CO)All locationsNorthpoint Colorado (Adult inpatient in Loveland, CO)Loveland, CO On-site
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About the role
As a key member of the Northpoint team, the Intake Nurse (Registered Nurse - RN) will provide and oversee the medical services of a patient as they are admitted to residential treatment. The Intake Nurse (Registered Nurse - RN) is responsible for completing comprehensive nursing admission assessments, medical screenings, medication reconciliation, and initial nursing documentation for patients entering residential treatment and/or withdrawal management services. The Intake Nurse plays a critical role in ensuring patients are medically appropriate for admission, supporting a safe transition into care, and communicating relevant clinical information to the multidisciplinary treatment team. The Intake Nurse will also provide routine nursing care and clinical support, including medication administration, patient monitoring, education, and participation in ongoing treatment activities as facility needs require. This licensed nursing professional will act as the medical treatment plan coordinator for the multi-disciplinary team in the development and implementation of the master treatment plan and the discharge plan for each patient. This person will actively communicate with support staff, treatment teams, providers, and outside agencies on treatment and safety issues pertaining to patients and their family members. The Registered Nurse (RN) will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider, and will perform duties according to established patient care protocols, standards, and procedures. This position is expected to complete all documentation associated with these duties in a professional and timely manner.
What you'll bring
- Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state where services are rendered
- Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
- Current and nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification
- Knowledge of computer and electronic medical records systems
- Enthusiasm, passion for working with people, and an internal drive to improve the lives of individuals in our care
- Must maintain applicable state licensure requirements throughout duration of employment
- Ability to work with a diverse population along with interpersonal skills and knowledge required for treating patients in area of assigned specialty
- Demonstrated ability to hold strong personal boundaries and ability to build rapport with patients
- Must understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board
- Excellent organizational abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy