RN Admissions Night Shift

Night shift - 7:00 pm to 7:00 am with rotating weekends

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Admissions team at Riverview Behavioral Health Hospital. 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. Riverview Behavioral Health Hospital 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.

RiverView is the premier psychiatric center in Texarkana Arkansas where children adolescents and adults can receive comprehensive inpatient help for the mental health challenges that have disrupted their lives. We are a 62-bed psychiatric hospital that is dedicated to providing high-quality care for adults geriatrics and adolescents (ages 11-17) who are suffering from behavioral health and chemical dependency issues.

At Acadia Healthcare we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical prescription drug plan flexible spending accounts health savings accounts vision dental and voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage. Additionally our well-being programs encompass employee assistance programs financial support tuition reimbursement and much more.

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 facilitys 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 Associates 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.

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