RN Admissions - Night Shift, Behavioral Health Impact

Acadia Healthcare; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Prescription Coverage

FSA & HSA Options

Short & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Financial Wellness Resources

Job summary

Oasis Behavioral Health in Chandler, AZ is hiring a full-time Admissions RN for night shifts (6:30p-7a) to support adolescents and adults in accessing mental health and substance use treatment. You will manage admissions, coordinate with physicians, and ensure accurate medical records and pre-authorizations.

The role offers a consistent schedule and the chance to impact patient care in a supportive team environment with opportunities such as tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a clinical or observational capacity.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for 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 respond 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.

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

Oasis Behavioral Health in Chandler, AZ is hiring a full-time Admissions RN for night shifts (6:30p-7a) to support adolescents and adults in accessing mental health and substance use treatment. You will manage admissions, coordinate with physicians, and ensure accurate medical records and pre-authorizations.

The role offers a consistent schedule and the chance to impact patient care in a supportive team environment with opportunities such as tuition reimbursement.