The RN is responsible for coordinating patient referrals and admissions, performing psychiatric and medical assessments, and managing clinical documentation. They also administer medications, intervene in crisis situations, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans.
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Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN) PRN, key responsibilities include but not limited to: Responds to incoming calls to the hospital to accommodate coordination for referrals/admissions.
Will provide assessment of patients' psychiatric and medical status.
Responsible for making sure all inquiries, referrals, and admissions are documented accurately in the computer system and that notes regarding referrals and upcoming admissions are documented on proper forms.
Responsible to ensure all referral patient medical record information is completed and nursing and clinical staff are adequately apprised of the patient's condition/history.
Responsible to ensure referral material is copied/distributed and prepared in unit charts as required.
To assess, direct and intervene in crisis situations.
To provide leadership and direction to mental health technicians.
To contribute to treatment plan as a member of interdisciplinary team.
To administer medication and medical treatment as prescribed by Physician.
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Candidates must be a Registered Nurse licensed in Texas or a compact state and a graduate of an accredited nursing program. One year of psychiatric nursing experience is preferred, along with CPR and hospital de-escalation certifications.
Market context
Behavioral-health openings in Texas often favor licensed clinicians because employers need candidates who can step into patient-facing care with minimal onboarding. Competition is shaped by the required master’s degree, Texas license, and preferred psychiatric experience, plus CPR and CPI certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your license type and highlight any psychiatric or crisis-care experience in your application.