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About the Role

Join the ADMISSIONS team at Cross Creek Hospital as a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN). This crucial role ensures a smooth and efficient admissions process for patients. Your clinical expertise, attention to detail, and collaborative abilities will contribute to high-quality care. Cross Creek Hospital is a renowned healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional mental health services, where you can make a real difference in patients' lives through Intake and Admissions.

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 facility capabilities.
Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and community agencies, assessing medical and behavioral acuity and responding within designated timeframes.
Respond to inquiries about the facility, providing appropriate recommendations and information.
Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within the 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 ensure proper supervision according to special precautions and individualized guidelines.

Requirements

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.

Skills

Clinical expertise
Attention to detail
Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders
Motivated
Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
Ensuring smooth admissions processes

Work Type

Full Time
Evening Shift
Monday–Friday 3Pm–11Pm

Experience Level

Minimum of one year of experience

Education Level

Associate's degree in Nursing

Benefits

Medical
Prescription drug plan
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Vision
Dental
Voluntary short-term disability coverage
Voluntary long-term disability coverage
Employee assistance programs
Financial support
Tuition reimbursement

About the Company

Cross Creek Hospital is a renowned healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional mental health services to our community.
Acadia Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Opportunity

Committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.