RN Admissions Intake

Acadia Healthcare; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription drugs

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Vision

Dental

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare's Wilmington Treatment Center in Wilmington, NC is hiring a FT Admissions/Intake RN to manage the admissions workflow, review referrals and coordinate with physicians. The role requires strong clinical accuracy and collaboration with hospital and community partners.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly rates ($36–$40) with shift differentials up to $6 and weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical/observational experience.
• Active nursing license in the state.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions and reconcile medications.
• Facilitate admissions process and obtain admission orders.
• Review referrals and assess medical/behavioral acuity.
• Respond to inquiries and provide facility information.
• Conduct pre-admission assessments and determine level of care.
• Coordinate care with medical/psychiatric staff for admissions.
• Complete documentation for payor authorization and pre-authorization.

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

FT Admissions/Intake RN

Wilmington Treatment Center, Wilmintong NC

Shift Option:

FT 11a-11p, 3 days/week including every other weekend.

Hourly Rates: (calculated based off years of nursing experience)

$36-$40/hour

Shift Diffs:

From $3 - $6 depending on weekends/nights

Wilmington Treatment Center is North Carolina's peremier addication rehab center and recovery hospital. We offer a complete continuum of care for detox, rehab services, residential, partial hospitalization and an intensive outpatient programming (IOP) to help our patient reach their goals.

Wilmington Treatment Center has been voted as one of the top substance use disorder treatment facilities in the country for the 5th year in a row! We also have the Joint Commission's 'Gold Seal' of approval!

At Acadia Healthcare, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription drug plan, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, vision, dental, and voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage. Additionally, our well-being programs encompass employee assistance programs, financial support, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

Responsibilities

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.

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

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth admissions processes. If you meet the qualifications and are committed to delivering high-quality services, we encourage you to apply.

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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