RN Admissions Intake Night Shift

Acadia Healthcare; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Panic Alarm

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Financial Wellness Resources

Job summary

Oasis Behavioral Health in Chandler, AZ is hiring a full-time Admissions RN for nights (6:30p-7a) to help adolescents and adults access life-changing mental health and substance use treatment.

The role includes admissions documentation, coordination with physicians, patient assessments, and pre-authorization for services, all delivered with a compassionate, team-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Must hold a nursing license in the state
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required
• First aid certification may be required based on state or facility requirements
• Minimum of one year of clinical or observational experience in a relevant setting

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions and obtain admission orders from physicians.
• Facilitate emergency transfers when needed and assess patient referrals.
• Coordinate with hospital staff to determine level of care and ensure smooth admissions.
• Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure initial pre-authorization for treatment.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

First aid certification

De-escalation training

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

FT Admissions RN | Nights (6:30p-7a Shift) | Thurs/Fri/SatOasis Behavioral Health | Chandler, AZ

Looking for a nursing role where you can make a real difference?

Oasis Behavioral Health is hiring a full-time Admissions RN to help adolescents and adults access life-changing mental health and substance use treatment.

Why Nurses Choose Oasis

• Consistent full-time schedule (Th/Fr/Sa)
• Work that directly impacts patient care and recovery
• Supportive leadership and team culture
• 210-bed behavioral health hospital serving adolescents and adults
• Personal Panic Alarm provided for every employee
• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Prescription Coverage
• FSA & HSA Options
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Financial Wellness Resources

If you're a compassionate RN who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants meaningful work with a supportive team, we'd love to connect.

Responsibilities

Admissions RN plays a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and efficient admissions process for our patients. 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.
• 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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