Access Triage Nurse Coordinator (Evening Shift) - Belle Mead, New Jersey

Access Triage Nurse Coordinator (Evening Shift)
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Access Triage Nurse Coordinator to join an inpatient behavioral health facility in Belle Mead, NJ. This role involves managing all admission-related activities during the evening shift, performing clinical triage, and ensuring smooth coordination between patients, medical staff, and intake processes. The shift runs from 2:45 p.m. to 11:15 p.m., including every other weekend and two out of six holidays. The location offers a peaceful, suburban lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation, hiking trails, and a manageable commute to major cities like Princeton or New Brunswick.

• Triage and assess all incoming patients, assisting with clinical data collection for medical providers.
• Support Licensed Independent Practitioners (LIPs) in completing medical clearances.
• Conduct patient interviews and identify critical clinical concerns.
• Collaborate with providers to facilitate admissions or appropriate referrals.
• Handle pre-admission procedures, including collecting clinical documents and insurance authorizations.
• Serve as a point person for staff direction during shift in collaboration with Access Supervisor or Director.
• Accurately document patient data and perform data entry into electronic medical systems.
• Respond to emergency situations and initiate appropriate care protocols.
• Act as a resource for clinical and administrative concerns during shift hours.
• Participate in training and onboarding of new team members.
• Perform registration and intake functions as needed, including phone triage and outpatient scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, ethical standards, and regulatory guidelines.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Current NJ RN license.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or obtain within first 90 days).
• Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office or Google Suite effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BSN or MSN.
• At least 1 year of experience in an acute psychiatric or substance abuse facility.
• Experience as a New Jersey mental health screener or in behavioral health admissions.
• Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.

Required Skills:

1. Clinical Triage & Emergency Assessment
2. EHR/Data Entry & Documentation
3. Patient Admission Coordination & Communication