Admissions Liaison : Acute Rehab Nursing - Part Time

Job Description

Primary Duties And Responsibilities The Rehab Admissions Liaison is responsible for proactively identifying clients who meet program criteria and managing the assessment admission process into the Fudge Family Acute Rehabilitation Center. Provides education on acute rehabilitation services and resources including participation expectations and hours of therapy per day with current and potential patients, case managers, physicians, and outside agencies. Assists patients with the process for admission to the rehabilitation hospital. Determines eligibility by verifying coverage information, ensuring that the patient meets Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) criteria and securing physician acceptance/approval by providing detailed documentation in the pre-admission screen. Facilitates benefit eligibility and precertification including providing a plan of care and participating in external payer negotiations. Serves as the liaison case manager with the internal and external case managers. Maintains optimal unit census through coordination of admissions and discharges while staying informed and compliant with 60/40 CMS rule. Develops strategies to grow market share. Provides data management and outcome analysis. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree required. Previous experience with multiple payers, and insurances required. Two years’ clinical experience with experience in acute rehabilitation preferred. Experience with Medicate IRF admission criteria preferred. Bilingual or multilingual preferred. License Required Current California licensure required, one of the following: Registered Nurse (RN), Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Valid CA Driver’s License required. License Preferred N/A Certifications Required BLS Certifications Preferred Certification in Rehabilitation Nursing