RN Admissions Sign on Up to $15k

Southcoast Behavioral Health•Dartmouth, MA

6d•$38 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Southcoast Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Registered Nurse to join its admissions team at its facility in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. The Admissions RN supports the admissions process for child and adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations, helping ensure patients receive appropriate, safe, and timely care. The role involves reviewing referrals and clinical documentation, assessing patients, coordinating with medical and psychiatric personnel, completing admission and authorization documentation, and arranging referrals and follow-up care when patients are not admitted. This is a full-time night position with 8-hour shifts. The posted pay range is $38.00–$48.00, depending on experience and education, and the posting advertises a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000. Southcoast Behavioral Health describes itself as a mental health treatment center serving the Dartmouth, Massachusetts community. Personal Panic Alarm devices are used across clinical and non-clinical areas to summon assistance when needed.

Requirements

Associate’s 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.

Responsibilities

Review admission medical documentation, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
Facilitate emergency transfers when patients have medical conditions beyond 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 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 payer timeframes.
Monitor patient status during the admissions process and follow facility policies and physician orders.
Use web-based programs to track and review referrals.
Promptly communicate projected admissions to designated internal representatives.
Obtain clinical information, including information about medical comorbidities, from referral sources or patients in a timely manner.
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 payer authorization at the requested level of care.
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

Medical coverage.
Prescription drug plan.
Flexible spending accounts.
Health savings accounts.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
Voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Employee assistance programs.
Financial support.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per benefit year for benefits-eligible full-time or part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week.
Employee discount program through PerkSpot, covering over 30,000 merchants.
Competitive shift differentials.
Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.