Nurse Liaison

1 week ago

Coraopolis, United States Gateway Rehab Full time
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.

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.

GATEWAY REHAB IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V