RN PRN Admissions

Admissions RN PRN (Behvioral Health)

• Day and Night Shifts
  • 12 hour shifts
• MUST ATTEND A FULL WEEK OF ORIENTATION

Acadia Healthcare and ECU Health have partnered to establish a state-of-the-art 144-bed behavioral health hospital in Greenville NC. This new facility will help meet the urgent need for accessible high-quality psychiatric care in the region expanding capacity to support patients with diverse mental health needs. Set to open in Fall 2025 the hospitallocated just under a mile from ECU Health Medical Centerwill offer a full range of inpatient and intensive outpatient services.

Acadia Healthcare is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States. Acadia operates a growing network of 260 plus behavioral healthcare facilities with approximately 11100 beds in 39 states and Puerto Rico. With more than 23000 employees serving approximately 75000 patients daily Acadia is the largest stand-alone behavioral health company in the U.S.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our admissions team at ECU Behvioral 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.

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.

We are committed toprovidingequalemploymentopportunitiestoall applicantsforemploymentregardlessofanindividualscharacteristicsprotected byapplicable statefederalandlocallaws.

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