Job Details
Gateway Rehab has an outstanding opportunity for a Nurse Liaison who will be responsible for pre-admission case management of patients that require medical approval. This position receives regular supervision and instruction from the VP, Admissions and Care Coordination.
This is a remote position to the Pittsburgh, PA. You must live in the Greater Pittsburgh region to be considered for this position.Responsibilities- Assesses admission candidates' medical and psychiatric appropriateness for treatment.
- Determines level of care placement based on ASAM criteria.
- Pre-certifies admissions as required.
- Discusses treatment options with referral sources.
- Acts as liaison between Gateway and outside referral sources.
- Coordinates patient transfers from other facilities to Gateway Aliquippa/Westmoreland.
- Responds to needs of referral sources and managed care representatives.
- Interacts with the physician through coordination of patient assessments.
- Attends GRC mandatory training and in-services.
- Other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Strong communication skills required.
- Able to work independently with minimal oversight.
- Knowledge of skilled nursing
Requirements
- Pennsylvania RN or LPN licensure
- 3+ years nursing experience preferred.
- Experience identifying/treating drug and alcohol addictions.
- Experience in conducting assessments and evaluations.
Additional Requirements- Pass PA Criminal Background Check
- Obtain PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprinting Clearances.
- Pass Drug Screen
- TB Test
- Access to reliable and dependable internet connection.
Work Conditions- Favorable working conditions.
- Minimal physical demands
- Significant mental demands include those associated with working with patients with addictive disorders and managing multiple tasks.
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