RN Admissions PRN

East Tennessee Behavioral Health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $43/hr

Night differential $6/hr

Weekend differential $8/hr

RN referral bonus $1,000

Flexible schedules

Career growth potential

Job summary

East Tennessee Behavioral Health in Knoxville is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our admissions team for PRN day or night shifts. You will manage the admissions workflow, review medical documentation, and coordinate with physicians and care teams to ensure smooth patient intake.

We offer up to $43 per hour, night differential, flexible schedules, and RN referral bonuses. Join a compassionate team at Knoxville's behavioral health hospital delivering high-quality care to

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing is required.
• Active RN license in the state is required (or in process per facility policy).
• Minimum of one year experience in a clinical or admissions setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions and obtain physician orders.
• Coordinate admissions with medical and psychiatric staff.
• Conduct pre-admission assessments and determine appropriate level of care.
• Verify insurance benefits and secure pre-authorization.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure timely information transfer.

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Job description

East Tennessee Behavioral Health is searching for a RN's for PRN Days or Nights in Admissions!

NEW UPDATED RATES : Up to $43 per hour

East Tennessee Behavioral Health is growing!!

Knoxville's newest behavioral health provider is seeking experienced RNs to join our team of professionals. As Knoxville's newest behavioral health hospital, we provide a full continuum of behavioral health treatment services for adults and seniors. Our goal is to deliver compassionate, personalized care to those who turn to us in their time of need.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our admissions team at East TN Behavioral Hospital. 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. East TN Behavioral Hospital is a renowned healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional mental health services to our community and in Intake and Admissions, you can make a real difference in the lives of our patients.

Registered Nurse Benefits

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.

• Pay: **NEW UPDATED RATES** UP TO $43/hr
• $6/hr Night Differential & $8/hr Weekend Night Differential
• $1,000 RN Referral Bonus For Employees
• Flexible Schedules
• Career Growth Potential

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

• 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.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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