Admissions RN - Sign On Bonus

CenterPointe Hospital of Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Work Life balance

PerkSpot! Employee discounts

100% Paid Psychiatric Training

Career advancement and cross training

Job summary

CenterPointe Columbia Hospital is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for the Admissions team. You will review documentation, coordinate admissions, verify insurance, and support transfers with a focus on timely, compassionate patient care.

This role offers a sign-on bonus up to $10,000, opportunities for training, and career advancement in a respected mental health facility. Join us to help families navigate admissions and achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical/admissions experience preferred.
• Current CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required or training provided by facility.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions and obtain admission orders.
• Facilitate transfers and review referrals from hospitals and community agencies.
• Conduct assessments to determine level of care and coordinate with medical/psychiatric staff.

Skills

Clinical experience

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Sign On Bonus available up to $10,000 We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our admissions team at CenterPointe Columbia Hospital. As an Admissions RN, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and efficient admissions process for our patients. Your clinical expertise, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate with various stakeholders will contribute to delivering high-quality care. CenterPointe Columbia Hospital is a renowned healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional mental health services to our community and in Intake and Admissions, you can make a real difference in the lives of our patients.

Sign On Bonus available up to $10,000 We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our admissions team at CenterPointe Columbia Hospital. As an Admissions RN, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and efficient admissions process for our patients. Your clinical expertise, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate with various stakeholders will contribute to delivering high-quality care. CenterPointe Columbia Hospital is a renowned healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional mental health services to our community and in Intake and Admissions, you can make a real difference in the lives of our patients. As an RN at CenterPointe Columbia Hospital you will enjoy:

• Competitive pay rate
• Work Life balance is as important to us as it is to you, and we strive to find that perfect fit.
• PerkSpot! Our employee discount program for over 30,000 merchants.
• 100% Paid Psychiatric Training!
• Excellent career advancement and cross training opportunities!

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.

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.

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