RN Admissions Coordinator - Psychiatric Unit

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a RN Admissions Coordinator - Psychiatric Unit for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $41.20 – $61.80. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for identifying potential behavioral health inpatient unit candidates, pre-screening referrals and preparing patients for admission to Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit, including patient consultation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates admissions; communicates and prioritizes and provides for patient privacy; exercises discretion and assures confidentiality at all times.
• Assesses patient referrals to determine that patient meets all admission criteria.
• Collaborates with physicians, referral sources, and other staff to monitor issues and status; establishes timing of admissions.
• Coordinates the admission process with patients, families, referring facilities, physicians, emergency departments’ crisis workers, public safety officers, outside agencies and Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit staff.
• Provides documentation of medical necessity and obtains authorization for treatment regarding acute inpatient psychiatric benefits.
• Identifies patients in need of financial assistance and refers to the appropriate programs.
• Performs data collection and statistical compilation and analysis of data bases relative to quality assurance and effectiveness of programs.
• Provides professional psychiatric nursing presence and oversight based on unit needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited State Board of Nursing approved nursing program required.
• Bachelor's degree in mental health field, health sciences, nursing or health service field preferred.

License/Certification:

• Current RN licensure in state of practice required.
• Eligible for Medicaid credentialing and ANCC Psychiatric and Mental Health Professional certification preferred.

• Must have strong psychiatric nursing background and previous admission coordination experience.
• Knowledge of insurance industry (third party payers and state and federal financial assistance programs) and problem-solving skills are required.
• Proficiency with computers, statistical compilation and analysis of data bases relative to quality assurance and effectiveness of programs instituted is very helpful.

Other Skills:

• Must possess strong medical and psychiatric assessment, problem solving and prioritization skills and working knowledge of DSM 5 Revised.
• Ability to understand and apply inpatient acute psychiatric benefits in the acute inpatient setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required; must be professional in working closely with all customers such as referral sources, physicians, insurance companies, staff, patients and families.
• Must have good organization skills and demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take direction from multiple sources and manage competing demands effectively.
• Requires excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with people who have disabling conditions and/or who have cultural differences.
• Computer experience and knowledge of MS Office essential.

PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS – UNIVERSITY DISTRICT

• Work requires normal amounts of physical effort up to 33% of the time.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs. or less.
• Work requires frequent exposure to minor cold, heat, poor ventilation.
• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

Must be fully vaccinated or exempted for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons.