Admissions/Intake RN Evening Shift 3:00pm - 11:00pm at Acadia Healthcare Job Listing at DirectEmployers in Chicago, IL (Job ID 4595896-2024-08-25)

Description

Description

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.

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.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Associates or better in Nursing/Healthcare

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Nursing/Healthcare

Compensation Information:
$0.0 / - $0.0 /