RN Admissions

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our admissions team at Southcoast Behavioral Health. As an Admissions RN, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and efficient admissions process for our patients. Your clinical expertise, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate with various stakeholders will contribute to delivering high-quality care. Southcoast Behavioral is a renowned healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional mental health services to our community and in Intake and Admissions, you can make a real difference in the lives of our patients. Key Responsibilities: ? Review medical documentation for all admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians. ? Facilitate emergency transfers for patients with medical conditions beyond our facility's capabilities. ? Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and community agencies, assessing medical and behavioral acuity and responding within designated timeframes. ? Respond to inquiries about our facility, providing appropriate recommendations and information. ? Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within our facility. ? Collaborate with medical and psychiatric personnel to ensure appropriate recommendations and admissions. ? Facilitate the admissions process, including assessment, consent, and inventory of patient belongings. ? Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission. ? Monitor patient status throughout the admissions process, following facility policies and physician orders. ? Utilize web-based programs to track and review referrals. ? Communicate projected admissions promptly to designated internal representatives. ? Ensure timely receipt of all clinical information, including medical comorbidity, from referral sources or patients. ? Schedule and complete pre-admission assessments, consult with admitting physicians, and communicate disposition recommendations to patients or their families. ? Prepare and maintain accurate medical record documentation to facilitate payor authorization at the requested level of care. ? Complete initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission within payor timeframe guidelines. ? Admit patients to the registration and accounting system, completing all necessary admission and consent forms. ? Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards patients, prioritizing their safety and promptly addressing concerns or complaints. ? Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted, ensuring they receive appropriate follow-up care and referrals. ? Conduct safety checks and provide supervision as required by special precautions and individualized guidelines. ? Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted, ensuring they receive appropriate follow-up care and referrals. ? Conduct safety checks and ensure proper supervision according to special precautions and individualized guidelines. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth admissions processes. If you meet the qualifications and are committed to delivering high-quality services, we encourage you to apply. Qualifications: ? Minimum of an Associate's degree in Nursing. ? Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably within the relevant area of specialty for the hiring facility. Licenses/Designations/Certifications: ? Clear and active nursing license in the state. ? CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by the facility). ? First aid certification may be required based on state or facility requirements.