Franciscan Health Munster Campus 701 Superior Avenue Munster, Indiana 46321 WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Review, analyze, and maintain admission guidelines to recommend changes to admission criteria, policies, and procedures. Collect, analyze, and summarize admission data and trends to prepare admission reports for the leadership team. Process admittance application by comparing the patient's condition to admission criteria to make admittance decisions and to refer patients and family to other programs and institutions. Maintain compliance with all related Regulations for CMS, CARF and HFAP. Complete admission Patient Assessment Screen (PAS) for physician review and signature prior to admission. Admit patients by completing admission and financial responsibility forms; coordinate and arrange physical, social, emotional, and support service requirements, including transportation. Confirm insurance eligibility, copays and barriers to discharge prior to acceptance for admission. Communicate with patient and or family any copays or financial expenses known at the time. Facilitate discussions with financial counseling for self-pay, charity care or Public Aid Pending application completion. Investigate patient concerns and recommends changes in service policies and procedures in order to resolve and maintain patient and family satisfaction. Follow safety policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain patient safety. Prepare and provide informational brochures; perform marketing visits for relationship and referral cultivation; answer questions; and conduct tours to market programs and facilities. QUALIFICATIONS Associate Degree required Bachelor's Degree preferred 2 years of experience in related field required Registered Nurse (RN)or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.