RN Admissions PRN

Covington Behavioral Health•Covington, LA

10d•$34 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking Admissions Registered Nurses for PRN day and night shifts at its Covington, Louisiana facility, serving adult and adolescent units. The role is responsible for facilitating admissions, clinical intake assessments, and utilization review to support continuity of care, selection of the most appropriate level of care, and effective use of patient benefits and resources. The hospital is a licensed 104-bed center providing inpatient treatment to adults and adolescents experiencing acute changes in emotional and mental well-being. The RN reviews referrals and medical information, conducts assessments, coordinates admission recommendations with facility clinicians and physicians, completes admission documentation, and supports insurance verification and pre-authorization. The role also monitors patient status during admissions, coordinates follow-up care for patients who are not admitted, and helps ensure patient safety and a positive, professional customer experience. The posting lists PRN day shifts from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., 12-hour shifts, and a flexible scheduling model. The hourly rate is $34–$42.

Requirements

Minimum Associate’s degree in Nursing.
At least one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the specialty area of the hiring facility is preferred.
First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Review medical documentation for admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
Facilitate emergency transfers for patients with emergency medical conditions outside the facility’s capabilities.
Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and community agencies for medical and behavioral acuity, responding within facility policy timeframes.
Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide appropriate recommendations.
Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within the facility.
Collaborate with medical and psychiatric personnel to support appropriate recommendations and admissions.
Facilitate incoming admissions, including assessments, consent, and inventory of patient belongings.
Verify insurance benefits and secure initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission.
Monitor patient status throughout the admissions process in accordance with facility policy and physician orders.
Use web-based programs to track and review referrals.
Communicate projected admissions promptly to designated internal representatives.
Obtain clinical information from referral sources or patients, including medical comorbidity information, before admission when possible.
Schedule and complete pre-admission assessments when applicable, consult with the admitting physician, and communicate disposition recommendations to patients or families.
Prepare and maintain medical record documentation to support authorization at the requested level of care.
Complete initial pre-authorization before admission when possible and within payor timeframes.
Enter patients into the registration and accounting system and complete admission and consent forms.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude; acknowledge and work to resolve unmet patient needs and complaints.
Prioritize patient safety, demonstrate urgency, and provide excellent customer service.
Conduct safety checks and ensure supervision at 15-minute intervals or in accordance with special precautions and individualized supervision guidelines.
Coordinate appropriate follow-up care and referrals for patients who are not admitted.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.