RN Admissions - Behavioral Health

Acadia•Detroit, MI

About The Position

StoneCrest Center is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, motivated, and detail-oriented Registered Nurse to join its admissions team. The Admissions RN helps ensure a smooth and efficient admissions process while contributing clinical expertise and collaborating with stakeholders to provide high-quality care. StoneCrest Center is a mental health and psychiatric hospital in Detroit providing inpatient treatment for adolescents, adults, and seniors, including care for behavioral and mental health concerns and co-occurring substance use disorders. This is a full-time day-shift position, Monday through Friday, with some weekend availability considered ideal. The schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in eight-hour shifts. The RN reviews referrals and clinical documentation, assesses patients for appropriate levels of care, coordinates admission decisions and processes, and supports patients who are not admitted by arranging appropriate follow-up and referrals.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing or higher.
At least one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity; experience in the relevant specialty area is preferred.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the relevant specialty area for the hiring facility.
Availability for some weekend work.

Responsibilities

Review medical documentation for admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
Facilitate 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 facility inquiries with appropriate information and recommendations.
Conduct assessments 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 within payor timeframes.
Monitor patients throughout the admissions process in accordance with facility policies and physician orders.
Use web-based programs to track and review referrals.
Promptly communicate projected admissions to designated internal representatives.
Ensure timely receipt of clinical information, including information about medical comorbidities, from referral sources or patients.
Schedule and complete pre-admission assessments, consult with 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.
Admit 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.