Bed Placement Nurse

Great Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision
403(b) with employer match
Basic Life, Accident, Short term disability, long term disability coverage

Work/Life Balance
Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off
Flexible Leave Policies
Employee Fitness Room

The Brattleboro Retreat is among the most respected psychiatric and addiction treatment hospitals in the northeast. We’re also a place where staff can make a lasting impact on their patients’ lives. People who are struggling with their mental health need compassionate Healthcare Workers now more than ever !

Job Summary: Provides initial clinical review of referral for services at the Brattleboro Retreat in the Admissions department. In collaboration with the physician, the Admission Bed Placement Coordinator provides guidance and clinical information to inform the most appropriate placement of acute patient referrals. Participates and/or leads performance improvement activities that improve patient care and financial performance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Vermont RN licensure or eligibility for Vermont licensure. Bachelors degree in nursing preferred. Minimum of three years’ experience in behavioral health preferred. Two years of bed placement supervision -preferred.

2. Computer literate, knowledge of PC environment, data entry skills, email, EHR documentation and order entry.

3. Proven ability to problem solve and evaluate appropriate patient placement.

4. Proven competence with physical assessment, nursing care and theory, as well as level of care criteria and nursing management of medical comorbidities.