Full-Time Admissions RN – Behavioral Health

Acadia Healthcare; Northglenn (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Prescription drug plan

Vision

Dental

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

West Pines Behavioral Hospital in Westminster, CO is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for Admissions to support a smooth intake process and coordination with physicians, hospitals, and care teams.

This role emphasizes clinical documentation, pre-authorization procedures, and compassionate patient interactions across full-time day and night shifts. West Pines, part of Acadia Healthcare, offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical or observational experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review admissions documentation and obtain admission orders from physicians.
• Facilitate emergency transfers when needed.
• Review referrals from hospitals and agencies to assess acuity and respond within timeframes.
• Respond to inquiries and provide facility information and recommendations.
• Conduct assessments to determine appropriate level of care.
• Collaborate with medical and psychiatric staff for admissions decisions.
• Facilitate admissions process including consent and inventory of belongings.
• Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure pre-authorization.
• Monitor patient status and communicate with internal teams.
• Complete pre-admission assessments and communicate disposition recommendations.

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

West Pines Behavioral Hospital in Westminster, CO is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for Admissions to support a smooth intake process and coordination with physicians, hospitals, and care teams.

This role emphasizes clinical documentation, pre-authorization procedures, and compassionate patient interactions across full-time day and night shifts. West Pines, part of Acadia Healthcare, offers a comprehensive benefits package.