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CONNECT Assessment Specialist RN
Roanoke, VA JOB SUMMARY Provides assessment and consultation, working collaboratively with Carilion care teams and external professionals. Assumes accountability for appropriate patient placement, patient flow and resource utilization of behavioral health patients coming to us through self-referrals, external agencies and hospitals, individual referrals and through our internal departments such as the ED.. Facilitates effective two way communication and resolution of issues to support **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***'s goals and objectives. Provides 24/7 support while delivering quality service through a team oriented, collaborative approach. Clinically assesses individuals and makes treatment recommendations which represent sound clinical judgment. Manages the multiple factors and variables that interplay in the decision-making process for determining and following through with treatment recommendations. Balances and coordinates the needs of referral sources, physicians and clients/patients. Manages multiple situations at one time--of which many are crisis oriented. Provides appropriate feedback and follow-up to all all involved in in the referral process. Understands the symptomatology of psychiatric and addictive disorders, and utilizes good judgment in knowing when to consult the CONNECT Director, Medical Director, Psychiatrist, or other professional. Has good working knowledge of the psychiatric community and support agencies, both public and private. Provides support through communication, organizing, prioritizing, facilitating, and problem solving, in order to ensure the success of appropriate patient placement, excellent customer service, and appropriate throughput. Must demonstrate customer service excellence and competence in fast paced, stressful environment due to demands from multiple sources. The individual must possess the ability to organize, prioritize and frequently shift prioritizes in an unpredictable environment. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span, possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status, interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's needs relative to his or her age. Must have at least 3 years experience on a psychiatric unit. Must be comfortable and capable with technology moving between multiple computer and video platforms. Welcome to the next phase of your rewarding nursing career. Welcome to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***, an organization of comprehensive network of hospitals, primary and specialty physician practices and other complementary services. Our affiliations with prestigious academic medical institutions provide additional opportunities for research and education. Joining us, you can expect supportive leadership, inter-professional teamwork, state-of-the-art technology, extensive training and innovative learning, and advancement potential. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: required.Graduate of accredited school of nursing. Bachelor's Degree preferred Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in Psychiatry, or mental health agencies required. Licensure/Certifications/Registration: Current Virginia RN license required. De-escalation training must be successfully completed within four months of hire and then maintained going forward. Must be able to obtain AHA BLS-HCP Other Minimum Qualifications: Meets documented age specific criteria to provide crisis assessment services to adult, child and adolescent clients/patients. Excellent communication and customer service skills required . Strong computer skills required. Must be flexible and be willing to work as a team player. OUR VALUES Below are our core values that we strive to embody and expect of all our team members: CommUNITY: Working in unison to serve our community, our Carilion family and our loved ones. Courage: Doing what's right for our patients without question. Commitment: Unwavering in our quest for exceptional quality and service. Compassion: Putting heart into everything we do. Curiosity: Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence. REQUISITION NUMBER: 75845 EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full time LOCATION: CASB - Carilion Administrative Services Building SHIFT: Day/Evening SHIFT DETAILS: Weekdays 11:00 am to 11:00 pm or four 10-hour days 11:00 am to 9:00 pm RECRUITER: EVA L LIPSCOMB FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE HR SERVICE CENTER AT **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. THIS IS **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** ... An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute. Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. MAKE YOUR TOMORROW WITH US. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is a drug-free workplace. |
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