• Assesses plans, evaluates and implements admissions for all Behavioral Health units per department specific admission criteria. 
• Reports findings to M.D. for final disposition of each call.
• Reports admission data, including preliminary admission diagnosis, medication administration reconciliation date, and estimated arrival information to the Charge RN on the designated inpatient unit.
• Able to determine preliminary discharge planning needs and type of assistance/setting/resources necessary for the patient/family needs and expectations prior to admission.
• Is knowledgeable of criteria for Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, HMOs, and private insurance coverage for accurate care services.  

• Current North Carolina RN license required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with the ability to relate well to staff and other professionals required.

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