RN Admissions - $15k Bonus

Acadia • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

East Tennessee Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its admissions team in Knoxville. The hospital provides behavioral health treatment services for adults and seniors. The Admissions RN supports a smooth, efficient admissions process and contributes clinical expertise, attention to detail, and collaboration to deliver compassionate, personalized care. The role is advertised for full-time nights, with pay rates up to $43 per hour, a $15,000 sign-on bonus for full-time nights, night and weekend-night differentials, and flexible schedules.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Nursing or higher.
• At least one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably in an area relevant to the facility’s specialty.
• Clear and active nursing license in the state.
• CPR certification.
• De-escalation/restraint certification; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.
• First aid certification may be required depending on state or facility requirements.
• Motivation, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional patient care and effective admissions processes.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation for admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
• Arrange emergency transfers for patients whose medical needs exceed the facility’s capabilities.
• Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and community agencies; assess medical and behavioral acuity; and respond within designated timeframes.
• Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide recommendations and information.
• Assess patients to determine the appropriate level of care within the facility.
• Collaborate with medical and psychiatric personnel on recommendations and admissions.
• Facilitate admissions, including assessments, consent, and inventory of patient belongings.
• Verify insurance benefits and obtain initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission.
• Monitor patient status during admissions according to facility policies and physician orders.
• Use web-based programs to track and review referrals.
• Communicate projected admissions promptly to designated internal representatives.
• Obtain timely clinical information, including medical comorbidities, from referral sources or patients.
• Schedule and complete pre-admission assessments, consult admitting physicians, and communicate disposition recommendations to patients or families.
• Prepare and maintain accurate medical records to support payor authorization at the requested level of care.
• Complete initial pre-authorization within payor timeframe guidelines.
• Register admitted patients in the registration and accounting system and complete required admission and consent forms.
• Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude; prioritize patient safety and promptly address concerns or complaints.
• Coordinate appropriate follow-up care and referrals for patients who are not admitted.
• Conduct safety checks and provide supervision according to special precautions and individualized guidelines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical and prescription drug coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, vision and dental coverage, and voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Well-being programs, including employee assistance programs and financial support.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• $15,000 sign-on bonus for full-time nights.
• Night differential of $6 per hour and weekend-night differential of $8 per hour.
• $1,000 RN employee referral bonus.
• Flexible schedules.
• Career growth potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree