*We are a smoke and tobacco free campus.  Shifts are 12-hour nights with rotating weekends.

 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.

Benefits:

·       Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Extended Sick, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability, Life and more!

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.