Admissions RN Acute - Full time - Overnight shift 7p-7a or 11p-7a *** SIGN ON BONUS $2,500!

For over 30 years, Cedar Crest has successfully served the Belton, TX community treating substance abuse and mental health issues with tailored inpatient, residential and outpatient programs.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.Qualifications:* Minimum of an associate 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.