Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a RN Admissions Coordinator/Utilization Review - Psychiatric Unit for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $47.34 – $71.00. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
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.

• 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.