Admissions RN - $10k Bonus

Delta Specialty Hospital; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Modern facility

Job summary

Delta Specialty Hospital in Memphis, TN is seeking a Clinical Admissions Nurse to facilitate admissions, conduct intake assessments, and manage utilization review for appropriate care levels. The role emphasizes patient safety, coordination with physicians and other staff, and thorough documentation to support authorization and ongoing care.

The position requires an Associate’s degree in Nursing, an active RN license in Tennessee, CPR/de-escalation training, and a commitment to compassionate

Qualifications

• RN with active license in the state (Tennessee)
• CPR and de-escalation training
• First aid may be required depending on state/facility

Responsibilities

• Review admissions documentation and complete medication reconciliation.
• Obtain admission orders from physicians and coordinate pre-admission assessments.
• Facilitate emergency transfers and assess level of care within facility policies.
• Perform insurance benefit verifications and obtain initial pre-authorization.
• Ensure patient safety and provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain accurate medical records to support authorization and care planning.
• Coordinate care for non-admitted patients and arrange follow-up referrals.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Strong communication

Customer service

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Job description

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for FT openings!

Available Shifts

FT: Friday - Sunday 7:00p - 7:00a
PT: Saturday - Sunday 7:00p - 7:00a

At Delta Specialty Hospital, we are proud to have served the Memphis community for 50 years. As a leading provider of behavioral healthcare, we’ve helped countless individuals learn to manage mental health symptoms while simultaneously caring for additional medical concerns in the most effective and progressive ways possible.

Current benefits include:

• Competitive hourly rate with shift differentials available
• Strong benefit plan including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan
• Work in a brand new, state of the art facility outfitted with cutting edge technology and safety features
• Shifts available - 12 hours

Safety is paramount at Delta Specialty Hospital! We prioritize the well-being of our patients and staff by implementing Personal Panic Alarm devices throughout all clinical and non-clinical areas. These devices ensure immediate assistance can be summoned whenever necessary.

Purpose Statement

Clinical professional is responsible for facilitating admissions, clinical intake assessments, and utilization review processes to assure continuity for the most appropriate level of care for patients and their benefit/resource utilization.

• 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.