Admissions Registered Nurse

Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 120,347,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center is seeking Admissions Registered Nurses to support patient admissions, documentation, and payments. Roles include reviewing referrals, medical records, and coordinating with physicians to determine appropriate care levels.

Available shifts include Sunday-Wed 1pm-11pm, and Sun/Mon/Fri 7am-7pm, with a $5 per hour night differential. A nursing license in the state and an associate degree are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of one year of clinical or observational nursing experience, preferably in a related setting.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
• Facilitate emergency transfers for patients when needed.
• Review referrals to assess medical/behavioral acuity and respond within timeframes.
• Respond to inquiries about the facility with appropriate recommendations.
• Conduct assessments to determine level of care and coordinate admissions with physicians.
• Prepare and maintain accurate medical records to support payor authorization.

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment is hiring Admissions Registered Nurses!

Available Schedules

Sunday - Wednesday 1p-11p

Sunday/Monday/Friday 7a-7p

Pay Range:

$35 - $42 per hour (depending on years of experience)

Night Shift Differential:

$5 per hour

At Cedar Crest Hospital, we are proud to offer treatment across the age spectrum and treatment level. We treat children, teens, adults, and older adults who are facing major mental health concerns or chemical dependency at many levels of 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 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.

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.

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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