Admissions RN

Coastal Pines Behavioral Health•St. Augustine, FL

About The Position

The Admissions / Intake Registered Nurse supports the admissions process at Coastal Pines Behavioral Health, a 144-bed behavioral health hospital in St. Johns, Florida. The role reviews referrals and clinical information, assesses patients’ medical and behavioral acuity and level of care, coordinates with medical and psychiatric personnel, and helps ensure appropriate, safe admissions. The RN also completes documentation, medication reconciliation, admission orders, insurance verification and pre-authorization, and registration and consent paperwork. For patients who are not admitted, the RN coordinates appropriate follow-up care and referrals. The position requires a Florida Level 2 Background Screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. The posting lists a part-time night schedule from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. and PRN shifts as needed, on days or nights from 7:00 to 7:00.

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.
Completion of a Level 2 Background Screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the relevant area of specialty for the hiring facility.

Responsibilities

Review medical documentation for admissions, 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 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 secure 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.
Obtain clinical information, including information about medical comorbidities, from referral sources or patients in a timely manner.
Schedule and complete pre-admission assessments, consult with admitting physicians, and communicate disposition recommendations to patients or families.
Prepare and maintain accurate medical record documentation to support payor authorization at the requested level of care.
Admit patients in the registration and accounting system and complete 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 required special precautions and individualized guidelines.