Admissions RN

Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our admissions team at Mount Carmel Behavioral Hospital. This role is crucial in ensuring a smooth and efficient admissions process for our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

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• 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.
  

Qualifications:

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• 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.
  
• 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.
  

Mount Carmel Behavioral Health is a renowned healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional mental health services. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring smooth admissions processes, we encourage you to apply.