Registered Nurse - Admissions

Glenwood Behavioral Health Hospital; Moosic (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger Behavioral Health Hospital in Moosic, PA seeks a dedicated RN to join the Admissions team. The role covers reviewing documentation, coordinating admissions, and collaborating with physicians, patients, and families to ensure a smooth entry into care.

This full-time day-shift position requires an Associate's degree in Nursing, an active RN license, and CPR with de-escalation training. Prior admission or clinical/observational experience is preferred, with attention to safety and

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid certification may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions and obtain admission orders.
• Facilitate emergency transfers as needed.
• Review referrals and assess medical/behavioral acuity within timeframes.
• Respond to inquiries and provide information about the facility.
• Conduct assessments to determine level of care and coordinate admissions.
• Collaborate with medical/psychiatric staff to ensure appropriate admissions.
• Complete pre-authorization for treatment and admissions within payor guidelines.
• Admit patients into registration and accounting systems with proper forms.
• Maintain compassionate, empathetic, and professional patient interactions.

Skills

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid certification

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Full Time - Days - RN Admissions

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We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Admissions team at Geisinger Behavioral Health Hospital, Northest (Moosic). 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.

Geisinger Behavioral Health is a premier, 96-bed, inpatient facility in Moosic, PA. We care for adolescents and adults with acute symptoms of behavioral health disorders.

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.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth admissions processes.

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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