RN Admissions Day Shift Monday - Friday

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our admissions team at Rolling Hills Hospital in Ada, OK. This position operates Monday - Friday from 6am - 2pm.

About Rolling Hills Hospital

Rolling Hills Hospital is located in Ada, Oklahoma, about 85 miles southeast of Oklahoma City. Since 1988, we have been a premier provider of comprehensive, personalized care for adolescents, adults, and seniors who have developed mental health disorders and substance use disorders. We also offer a specialized program for those who have certain intellectual disabilities. All services reflect our organizational values of integrity, respect, and excellence.

The hallmarks of treatment at Rolling Hills Hospital include age-appropriate services, personalized care, and comprehensive support. The typical length of stay is relatively brief, yet each person receives focused treatment that can yield significant long-term benefits. We meet each person where they are, providing customized services to help them make sustained progress toward improved mental health while honoring their unique strengths and capabilities.

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.