Behavioral Health RN: Admissions & Utilization Lead

PeaceHealth; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Vancouver is seeking an RN for Admissions and Utilization in Behavioral Health. The role focuses on promoting effective use of healthcare resources while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include managing admissions, ensuring adherence to payer standards, and supporting discharge planning. Qualified candidates will have a nursing degree, strong psychiatric assessment skills, and experience in care management. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and competitive salary.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse in state of practice required.
• Prior admission coordination or care management experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric diagnostics strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote effective utilization and monitor healthcare resources.
• Acts as intermediary between the hospital and third party payors.
• Ensure best use of limited inpatient resources.

Skills

Strong psychiatric nursing background

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good organizational skills

Strong medical and psychiatric assessment skills

Proficient use of computers including MS Office

Education

Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

A healthcare organization in Vancouver is seeking an RN for Admissions and Utilization in Behavioral Health. The role focuses on promoting effective use of healthcare resources while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include managing admissions, ensuring adherence to payer standards, and supporting discharge planning. Qualified candidates will have a nursing degree, strong psychiatric assessment skills, and experience in care management. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and competitive salary.