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MUSC Health · 1 month ago

Admissions Coordinator (RN or LPN) Leatherman Behavioral Care Pavilion - FT

Florence, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

MUSC Leatherman Behavioral Care Pavilion is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to serve as an Admissions Coordinator. This role involves ensuring appropriate patient placement within inpatient and EmPATH services, vetting admissions, and facilitating transitions into care.

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Responsibilities

Review patient charts and documentation to assess eligibility for inpatient and EmPATh admission

Ensure patients meet established medical and behavioral health criteria

Collaborate with attending physicians and clinical teams to confirm appropriateness of admission

Document and track admission decisions and rationale

Receive and manage referrals from internal departments, external providers, and community partners

Maintain accurate records of referral sources and outcomes

Build and sustain relationships with referral partners to support ongoing patient flow

Serve as the primary liaison between referring providers, clinical teams, and admissions staff

Communicate clearly and professionally with physicians, nursing staff, and case managers

Provide timely updates to stakeholders regarding admission status and patient placement

Ensure all admissions comply with regulatory, organizational, and payer requirements

Maintain thorough documentation of patient eligibility, referral details, and admission decisions

Assist with audits and reporting as needed

Identify trends and barriers in the admissions process and recommend improvements

Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to patient access and throughput

Generate reports on referral volume, admission rates, and turnaround times

Ensure patients are placed in the most appropriate level of care

Advocate for timely access to services and continuity of care

Support families and caregivers with information about the admissions process

Qualification

RNLPNBehavioral health experienceEMR systems proficiencyMedical necessity criteriaMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsDecision-making skills

Required

RN or LPN (RN preferred)

Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills

Proficiency in EMR systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred

Clinical experience in behavioral health, emergency services, or inpatient care strongly preferred

Strong understanding of medical necessity criteria and behavioral health diagnoses

Benefits

State Health Benefits and State Pension Plan

Up to 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave

PTO and Sick Time (ESL) Accruals

Free Telehealth Visits for Care Team Member and family

Onsite Pharmacy

Education Assistance

Company

MUSC Health

MUSC Health provides health-care services through its patient- and family-centered care, education, research, and various partnerships. It is a sub-organization of Medical University of South Carolina.

Founded in 1824