RN Behavioral Health Admissions Manager

Horizon Health; Abbeville (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits package

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Horizon Health in Abbeville, LA is seeking an RN Admissions Manager for Behavioral Health to lead a 16-bed inpatient unit serving adults 18+. The role oversees the admissions process, conducts clinical assessments, and ensures appropriate placement with strong regulatory compliance.

Requires RN licensure, 3–5 years in behavioral health admissions, and leadership experience. The position emphasizes leading a dedicated admissions team, coordinating with referring sources and hospital departments,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred and an active RN license is required.
• 3–5 years of related behavioral health admissions experience preferred.
• CPR, BLS, and ACLS certifications required.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team coordination abilities are essential.
• Experience with behavioral health admissions, clinical screening, or utilization review is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee admissions workflow from inquiry to patient placement.
• Supervise admissions staff to ensure efficient, compassionate service.
• Perform clinical admission screenings and determine level of care needs.
• Coordinate with physicians, emergency departments, and care teams.
• Ensure documentation compliance and regulatory alignment.
• Lead quality improvement and process enhancements for admissions.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Triage

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Team coordination

Patient safety

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Active RN license

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Horizon Health in Abbeville, LA is seeking an RN Admissions Manager for Behavioral Health to lead a 16-bed inpatient unit serving adults 18+. The role oversees the admissions process, conducts clinical assessments, and ensures appropriate placement with strong regulatory compliance.

Requires RN licensure, 3–5 years in behavioral health admissions, and leadership experience. The position emphasizes leading a dedicated admissions team, coordinating with referring sources and hospital departments,