Job Summary: Adequately assesses patients experiencing emotional distress to determine the appropriate level of care indicated based on syptomology. Interviewers’ skills require knowledge of our admission criteria, local resources available for non – admits, good communication skills, and ability to engage the patient. Demonstrated ability to utilize diagnostic criteria to assign a diagnostic impression. Keeps clear and accurate written documentation. Knowledge and ability to document using appropriate psychiatric terminology.

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

1. Demonstrates knowledge of admission and exclusionary criteria adolescent, adult and geriatric programs.
2. Assesses patients and coordinates psychiatric admission or referral to appropriate provider. Pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
3. Makes appropriate referral when prospective patient does not meet inpatient criteria. Pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
4. Knowledgeable about diagnostic criteria and demonstrates ability to give a diagnostic impression. Pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
5. Document all patient information, data, and interactions in a clear and concise manner.
6. Completes all components of the admission process as appropriate.
7. CPR certification.
8. MOAB Certification

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.

Education:  Registered Nurse, BS Or Master’s level

Experience: Prior inpatient hospital experience preferred or equivalent. Two years of work experience in a psychiatric related setting.