RN PT Admissions Behavioral Health

Conway Behavioral Health•Conway, AR

About The Position

Conway Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for admissions and intake. The hospital near Little Rock, Arkansas, treats adults and adolescents with mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, and co-occurring addiction. Its goal is to provide the North Metro community with access to mental health treatment and deliver comprehensive services in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. The RN reviews referrals and medical documentation, assesses patients for appropriate levels of care, coordinates with medical and psychiatric personnel, and facilitates admissions. The role also involves medication reconciliation, obtaining physician orders, insurance verification and pre-authorization, documentation, patient and family communication, and safety monitoring. For individuals who are not admitted, the RN coordinates appropriate follow-up care and referrals.

Requirements

At least an Associate’s degree in Nursing.
At least one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity; experience in the facility’s relevant specialty is preferred.
Clear and active nursing license in the state.
CPR certification and 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 area of specialty for the hiring facility.

Responsibilities

Review admission medical documentation, 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 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 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 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.
Register admitted patients in the registration and accounting system and complete required admission and consent forms.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional manner; 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.