Admissions RN

Cedar Crest Hospital & RTC•Belton, TX

5d•$35 - $42

About The Position

Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment is hiring Admissions Registered Nurses to support admissions for patients across the age spectrum, including children, teens, adults, and older adults facing mental health concerns or chemical dependency. The role reviews referrals and clinical records, assesses patients for appropriate levels of care, coordinates with medical and psychiatric personnel, and facilitates admission or appropriate follow-up care. The position is available on full-time day and night schedules. Pay is $35–$42 per hour, depending on years of experience. A sign-on bonus is offered: $7,500 for full-time day and $5,000 for full-time night. Night shift includes a $5-per-hour differential.

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 hiring facility's 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, reconcile medications, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
Facilitate emergency transfers when a patient's 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 appropriate 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 within payor timeframes.
Monitor patient status 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 conduct 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 into 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 as required by special precautions and individualized guidelines.