Mount Regis Center·Salem, Virginia
The RN Admissions nurse is responsible for reviewing medical documentation, conducting patient assessments, and facilitating the admission process for a drug and alcohol treatment center. They coordinate with medical personnel to determine appropriate levels of care and manage insurance pre-authorizations.
Overview Mt Regis Recovery is hiring Admissions Nurses! $5000 sign on bonus for RN's!
Shift/Hours for Full-time: Mon-Fri 2P-10P (8 hour shifts) Weekends only occasionally as needed Rotating holidays Join the Mount Regis team and make a difference every day!
Mount Regis Center is an intimate 68-bed fully accredited, licensed drug and alcohol treatment center in Salem, VA.
We offer a number of empirically validated treatment methods to help our patients to the path of sobriety.
We provide the following levels of care for adults 18+: detox, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient services.
At Acadia Healthcare, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription drug plan, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, vision, dental, and voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Additionally, our well-being programs encompass employee assistance programs, financial support, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
Key Responsibilities: · Review medical documentation for all admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians. · Facilitate emergency transfers for patients with medical conditions beyond our facility's capabilities. · Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and community agencies, assessing medical and behavioral acuity and responding within designated timeframes. · Respond to inquiries about our facility, providing appropriate recommendations and information. · Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within our facility. · Collaborate with medical and psychiatric personnel to ensure appropriate recommendations and admissions. · Facilitate the admissions process, including assessment, consent, and inventory of patient belongings. · Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission. · Monitor patient status throughout the admissions process, following facility policies and physician orders. · Utilize web-based programs to track and review referrals. · Communicate projected admissions promptly to designated internal representatives. · Ensure timely receipt of all clinical information, including medical comorbidity, from referral sources or patients. · Schedule and complete pre-admission assessments, consult with admitting physicians, and communicate disposition recommendations to patients or their families. · Prepare and maintain accurate medical record documentation to facilitate payor authorization at the requested level of care. · Complete initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission within payor timeframe guidelines. · Admit patients to the registration and accounting system, completing all necessary admission and consent forms. · Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards patients, prioritizing their safety and promptly addressing concerns or complaints. · Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted, ensuring they receive appropriate follow-up care and referrals. · Conduct safety checks and provide supervision as required by special precautions and individualized guidelines. · Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted, ensuring they receive appropriate follow-up care and referrals. · Conduct safety checks and ensure proper supervision according to special precautions and individualized guidelines.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth admissions processes. If you meet the qualifications and are committed to delivering high-quality services, we encourage you to apply.
· Minimum of an Associate's degree in Nursing. · Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably within the relevant area of specialty for the hiring facility. Licenses/Designations/Certifications: · Clear and active nursing license in the state. · CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by the facility). · First aid certification may be required based on state or facility requirements. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. AHRN #LI-MRC #LI-JS3
Candidates must hold at least an Associate's degree in Nursing and a clear, active state nursing license. A minimum of one year of clinical experience and certifications in CPR and de-escalation are required.
Market context
In Virginia, nursing-related roles are typically supported by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for both patient-care experience and current credentials, and this role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and one of several entry pathways such as CNA, EMT-B, Medical Assistant graduate status, or nursing program progress. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clinical hours before applying.
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