RN Admissions Behavioral Health

ECU Health Behavioral Health Hospital•Greenville, NC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the ECU Behavioral Health Hospital admissions team as a full-time Registered Nurse. The Admissions RN helps ensure a smooth, efficient admissions process and contributes to high-quality patient care through clinical expertise, attention to detail, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. ECU Behavioral Health Hospital is a 144-bed behavioral health facility established through a partnership between Acadia Healthcare and ECU Health in Greenville, North Carolina. The hospital is set to open in Fall 2025 and will provide inpatient and intensive outpatient services for patients with diverse mental health needs. The position is full-time on the day shift, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., working three 12-hour shifts with weekend rotation.

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 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 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 admission 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 during the admissions process in accordance with facility policies and physician orders.
Use web-based programs to track and review referrals.
Communicate projected admissions promptly to designated internal representatives.
Ensure timely receipt of 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.
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 according to special precautions and individualized guidelines.