| Summary
The Admission nurse is a professional registered nurse who serves as liaison between hospitals, physicians, other facilities, health care professionals, and insurance companies. He/she carries the primary responsibility for evaluating all patient referrals for inpatient, partial hospitalization, or outpatient services; obtaining physician approval for admissions and pre-certification. This position performs inquiries, screenings, admissions, pre-certifications, and referrals displaying expertise in crisis intervention skills and guest relations with a firm belief that the patient receives the most appropriate treatment possible.
Qualifications:
Education
Minimum: Education recognized by the State of Florida as qualification for Registered Nurse licensure
Preferred: BSN
Experience
Minimum: Two (2) years clinical experience in nursing or intake
Preferred: Four (4) years psychiatric experience
Certifications/Licensure
- Registered Nursing licensure in the State of Florida
- American Heart Association BLS certification
- Successful completion of CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Non�Violent Crisis Intervention Certification course within 90 days of hire and maintained annually
Other Qualifications
None
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Job: Psychiatric/Behavioral Primary Location: Delray Beach, Florida Facility: Delray Medical Center Job Type: PT2Y Shift Type: Days
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