Night Shift RN: Acute Admissions (Behavioral Health)

Delta Specialty Hospital; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Specialty Hospital is seeking a clinical admissions professional to facilitate admissions, conduct intake assessments, and support utilization review to assure continuity of appropriate care. You will review referrals, coordinate with physicians, and verify benefits for treatment authorization.

Ideal candidates have an RN license in Tennessee, an Associate’s degree in Nursing, and CPR/de-escalation certification. A minimum of one year in a clinical setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Active nursing license in the state where the facility operates.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certifications are required (training provided on hire).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical or observational capacity.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions and complete medication reconciliation.
• Facilitate admissions and pre-admission assessments; obtain physician orders.
• Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure pre-authorization for treatment.
• Coordinate care and ensure appropriate level of care with other medical staff.
• Respond to inquiries and provide appropriate recommendations to patients and families.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with payor guidelines.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure patient safety throughout admissions.

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Delta Specialty Hospital is seeking a clinical admissions professional to facilitate admissions, conduct intake assessments, and support utilization review to assure continuity of appropriate care. You will review referrals, coordinate with physicians, and verify benefits for treatment authorization.

Ideal candidates have an RN license in Tennessee, an Associate’s degree in Nursing, and CPR/de-escalation certification. A minimum of one year in a clinical setting is preferred.