Admissions RN - Behavioral Health, Day Shift

Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ECU Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a dedicated Admissions Registered Nurse for full-time day shifts in Greenville, NC. Join a growing behavioral health team to streamline admissions, coordinate care, and ensure high-quality patient experiences.

The role involves reviewing documentation, coordinating referrals, and completing pre-authorizations within payor guidelines, while collaborating with medical and psychiatric staff. A caring, detail-oriented professional is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing is required.
• At least 1 year of clinical or observational experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions and obtain admission orders from physicians.
• Facilitate emergency transfers for patients when beyond facility capabilities.
• Review referrals from hospitals and community agencies, assess medical/behavioral acuity, respond within timeframes.
• Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide appropriate information.
• Conduct assessments to determine level of care within the facility.
• Collaborate with medical and psychiatric personnel to ensure admissions alignment.
• Facilitate admissions process including assessment, consent, and inventory of belongings.
• Verify insurance benefits and secure initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission.
• Monitor patient status throughout admissions following policies and physician orders.

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

ECU Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a dedicated Admissions Registered Nurse for full-time day shifts in Greenville, NC. Join a growing behavioral health team to streamline admissions, coordinate care, and ensure high-quality patient experiences.

The role involves reviewing documentation, coordinating referrals, and completing pre-authorizations within payor guidelines, while collaborating with medical and psychiatric staff. A caring, detail-oriented professional is essential.