Behavioral Health Admissions LPN — Day Shift

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare’s St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO seeks an Admissions LPN for the Behavioral Health Unit.

You will coordinate intake, assessments, admissions, and referrals for inpatient behavioral health services and serve as the first clinical contact for patients, families, and referral sources. Responsibilities include behavioral health screenings, triage, EMR documentation, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Current and valid State LPN License.
• At least 2 years of Psychiatric Nursing experience.
• BLS certification required on hire.
• More than 2 years of management experience preferred.
• Experience in psychiatric emergency and triage preferred.
• Knowledge of Milliman Criteria and InterQual Criteria preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medical necessity and discharge planning regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health intake assessments and admission screenings to determine appropriate level of care.
• Coordinate psychiatric admissions, transfers, referrals, and patient placement activities.
• Assess patients experiencing mental health, substance use, and behavioral health concerns.
• Collaborate with providers, therapists, social workers, case managers, and referral sources to support admissions and treatment planning.
• Complete accurate EMR documentation and verify admission, insurance, and authorization requirements.
• Educate patients and families on services, treatment options, and the admission process.
• Ensure timely access to care while maintaining HIPAA, Joint Commission, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

LPN License

Psychiatric Nursing

BLS Certification

Management Experience

Psychiatric Emergency & Triage

Education

LPN License

Job description

Prime Healthcare’s St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO seeks an Admissions LPN for the Behavioral Health Unit.

You will coordinate intake, assessments, admissions, and referrals for inpatient behavioral health services and serve as the first clinical contact for patients, families, and referral sources. Responsibilities include behavioral health screenings, triage, EMR documentation, and ensuring regulatory compliance.