0000 Facility - RN - Admissions Acute

Acadia Healthcare; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay Range: $35/hr to $45/hr

Health Insurance

401(k)

Training Program

Professional growth opportunities

Annual performance evaluation

Job summary

Glenwood Behavioral Health Hospital in Cincinnati, OH is seeking compassionate Admissions RNs to join a brand-new 80-bed inpatient unit serving adults 18+ and adolescents 13-17. You will review medical documentation, complete medication reconciliations, obtain admission orders, and coordinate admissions with physicians and staff.

The role emphasizes patient safety, access to benefits, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required.
• At least one year of clinical or observational experience.
• Active nursing license in the state.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions and reconcile medications.
• Facilitate emergency transfers for patients.
• Review referrals and respond within policy timeframes.
• Communicate with facility staff and families about recommendations.
• Conduct pre-admission assessments and pre-authorization.
• Maintain medical records and ensure payor authorization.
• Admit patients and complete forms.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Job description

Come join the Glenwood Behavioral Health team and Make A Difference every day.

Glenwood Behavioral Health Hospital is an 80‑bed hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio, that provides inpatient and outpatient psychiatric treatment for adolescents 13-17 and adults ages 18 and older who are struggling with a mental health concern or a dual diagnosis.

We are looking to add compassionate admissions RNs to our nurse team! Glenwood Behavioral Health is a brand new 80‑bed behavioral health hospital in Cincinnati, OH, providing services to adults 18 and older.

Registered Nurse (RN) Benefits

• Pay Range: $ 35 / hr to $ 45 / hr
• Competitive hourly rate with shift differential available
• Major Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) plan
• Excellent training program
• Professional growth opportunity at a brand new hospital!
• Annual performance evaluation and compensation review

Purpose Statement

• Review medical documentation for all admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
• Facilitate emergency transfers for patients presenting with emergency medical conditions outside of the facility’s capabilities.
• Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and other community agencies for medical and behavioral acuity and respond within facility policy timeframes.
• Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within the facility.
• Collaborate with other facility medical and psychiatric personnel to ensure appropriate recommendations and admissions.
• Facilitate admissions process for incoming patients 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 in accordance with facility policy and/or physician orders.
• Utilize multiple web-based programs to track and review referrals.
• Communicate projected admissions to designated internal representatives promptly.
• Ensure all clinical information from referral sources or patients (including medical comorbidity information) is received, when possible, prior to patient admission.
• Schedule (when applicable) and complete pre-admission assessments, consult with the admitting physician and communicate disposition recommendations to the patient or their family.
• Possess skill in preparing and maintaining appropriate medical record documentation that will result in authorization at the level of care being requested of the payor.
• Complete initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission prior to admission, when possible, and within payor timeframe guidelines.
• Admit the patient to the registration and accounting system. Complete all admission and consent forms with the patient.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
• When a patient’s needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
• Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted and ensure that they receive appropriate follow-up care and referrals.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer service.
• Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15-minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

• Minimum of Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Minimum one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably within the 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 facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility

We are 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.

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