Posted 11 days ago
RN Admissions Beh Health
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Performs admissions and intake assessments for a behavioral health inpatient facility, reviewing medical documentation, verifying insurance benefits, and coordinating patient placements.
About this role
Overview
FT RN Admissions/Intake for Behavioral Health - Coachella Valley Behavioral Health in Indio, CA (near Palm Springs)
RN Hourly rate range:
Hourly rate range: $52.00 to $62.34 per hour
Coachella Valley Behavioral Health is a state-of-the-art inpatient facility in Indio, California. We provide clinically excellent treatment for adults who are struggling with mental health concerns and substance use disorders. Located in Indio, California, Coachella Valley Behavioral Health is the only facility of its kind in the area, and we are proud to provide services for those in need of effective behavioral healthcare.
Coachella Valley Behavioral Health Benefits:
We provide a comprehensive package of benefits for our nurses. Current benefits include:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Brand new facility with endless opportunity for professional development and continued education
- Supportive work environment that values teamwork and collaboration.
- Cutting-edge medical facilities and advanced technologies.
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
COMPENSATION
Compensation for roles at Coachella Valley Behavioral Health varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Coachella Valley Behavioral Health provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California.
Responsibilities
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.
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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