Job Description

Job Title: Access Triage Nurse Coordinator (RN) – Multiple Openings

Open Positions (4):

• Per Diem – Days
• Per Diem – Evenings
• Per Diem – Nights
• Full-Time – Evenings

Location: Belle Mead, NJ

Overview

The Access Triage Nurse Coordinator coordinates all admission-related activities during the assigned shift. This role performs triage assessments, supports Licensed Independent Practitioners (LIPs) with medical clearances, gathers clinical information for evaluation, and facilitates appropriate admissions and referrals. Pre-admission case management includes obtaining medical records and other required clinical documentation prior to evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and gather clinically relevant information for the LIP
• Assist with medical clearances in accordance with policy
• Conduct patient/family interviews and identify urgent/critical situations requiring immediate response
• Communicate clinical concerns to the LIP and support admission/referral decisions
• Respond to emergencies, direct staff response, and notify appropriate parties as needed
• Provide shift leadership under guidance of the Access Supervisor/Director
• Document accurately and within required timeframes; use approved abbreviations for charting
• Enter demographics, insurance, and clinical information into required systems
• Support admissions/referrals, appointment scheduling, and updating patient records
• Notify units of pending admissions, coordinate outpatient follow-up when appropriate
• Complete pre-certification/authorization reviews when needed
• Answer phone inquiries, provide intake information, triage appointments, and schedule patients appropriately
• Perform daily EMTALA audits and present data to the administrative committee as required
• Model organizational standards (I CARE behaviors, ethics, and code of conduct)
• Perform other duties/projects as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited RN program
• Active NJ RN license
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers (or obtained within 90 days)
• Strong written/verbal communication and computer skills (Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite)

Preferred

• BSN or MSN
• 1+ year experience in acute care psych and/or substance use setting
• Prior admissions, access, or NJ screener experience
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Certification

F/T Evenings

2:45 pm - 11:15pm

every other weekend

2 of 6 holidays required

No on-call required

Per Diem Days

7:00 am - 7:00 pm

every other weekend

2 of 6 holidays required

No on-call required

Per Diem Evenings

3:00 pm - 11:00 pm

every other weekend

2 of 6 holidays required

No on-call required

Per Diem Night

7:00 pm - 7:00 am

every other weekend

2 of 6 holidays required

No on-call required

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Work at office, Immediate start, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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