Admissions Liaison II PRN, National Rehabilitation ...

Admissions Liaison II PRN, National Rehabilitation Hospital - Relocation Offered! at MEDSTAR HEALTH summary: The Admissions Liaison II at the National Rehabilitation Hospital facilitates inpatient admissions for rehabilitation patients by performing clinical assessments and gathering pertinent patient information. This role requires effective communication with healthcare teams and families while educating stakeholders about MNRN services and ensuring appropriate patient referrals. The position demands a strong background in nursing or allied health, along with expertise in rehabilitation processes and patient education. General Summary of Position Facilitates the inpatient admission of appropriate rehabilitation patients to MedStar National Rehabilitation Network (MNRN) by obtaining accurate clinical data through performing on-site and record/telephone patient evaluations. Individuals in this role are responsible for educating the referring staff of community hospitals, patients, family members and external payers regarding the effective and efficient utilization of MNRN program services and resources. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Performs on site, record and telephone preadmission screening/clinical assessment to determine appropriateness of referral and medical stability for inpatient acute rehabilitation program. Completes assessment/evaluation within 24 hours or in one working day of the referral (documents exceptions within the electronic medical record). Reviews clinical information in patient's medical record and performs physical assessment of the patient to verify/confirm information in medical record. Interviews referring healthcare team members, patient/family and prepares a summary report at time of initial on-site evaluation. Provides preliminary recommendation to referral source regarding appropriate level of care of potential patients. Reviews clinical data/assessment with MNRN manager and/or physician for determination of medical stability and appropriateness for admission and notifies referral source of MNRN decision. Educates patient, families or significant others, referral sources, hospital personnel, external payers and case managers regarding inpatient acute rehabilitation program service and benefits, admission criteria, bed availability, day treatment programs, outpatient centers/programs, and basic knowledge of third party reimbursement. Maintains marketing plans for each assigned hospital. Maintains a thorough knowledge of MNRN facilities, products, and services. Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with referral sources. Prepares/submits marketing reports and all necessary data for accurate maintenance of statistics. Participates in formal marketing programs as directed, including tours for family members and referral sources. Participates in service area activities, quality improvement projects, MNRN program steering committees and attends Rehab-focused Grand Rounds on the hospital campus annually. Provides feedback on admitted patients' progress at MNRN to referral sources as requested. Serves as Rehabilitation Liaison consultant/resource for referring hospital personnel. Provides recommendation for alternative level of care when patient needs cannot be met at M NRN. Submits preliminary treatment plan, estimated length of stay and rehabilitation goals required for precertification process. Communicates verbally with appropriate MNRN staff regarding special needs" e.g. equipment, social issues, etc. Coordinate CEU/formal and informal educational opportunities annually for internal/external customers according to expectations set by Admissions Manager. Participates in shadowing opportunities on the hospital campus; assists in piloting new technology, or leads an engagement activity for team members according to expectations set by Admissions Manager.   Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree required and Nursing required or degree in allied health. required and Will consider relevant work experience in lieu of education. required Experience 3-4 years Minimum 2 years of rn or allied health experience where the individual has demonstrated knowledge of health care delivery systems, rehabilitation medicine, and third party payers reimbursement issues. required Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Current RN or allied health license issued by the state required at the time of hire. required and CRRN - Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse CRRN required within 2 years of employment, if team member is a nurse. required and DL - Valid State Driver's License in good standing Valid driver's license required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must have thorough understanding of the process of rehabilitation, expert physical assessment and patient/family education skills. This position has a hiring range of $72,758 - $130,041   Keywords: rehabilitation, patient education, clinical assessment, healthcare liaison, patient admissions, nursing, third-party reimbursement, medical stability, community hospitals, referral sources

Created: 2025-02-19