Behavioral Health Access Navigator - Behavioral Health Adult - PRN
Core
Central coordinator for patient access, admission, and navigation across the behavioral health continuum of care, functioning as a liaison among patients, families, providers, and internal teams to ensure timely placement and seamless movement through inpatient and outpatient services.
Role type
Behavioral Health Access Navigator (Nurse Navigator)
Builds
Inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services
Domain
Behavioral Health / Mental Health
Required skills
Psychiatric assessment, Care coordination, Crisis management, Electronic health records proficiency, Healthcare regulations knowledge, Triage, Insurance verification
Preferred skills
Behavioral health experience, Intake experience, Care navigation experience
Technologies
Electronic health records
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments to determine level-of-care appropriateness, Facilitate admissions to inpatient and outpatient services based on clinical criteria, Coordinate alternative placements when admission is not appropriate, Triage incoming calls and referrals, Verify insurance benefits and obtain prior authorizations, Guide patients and families through the healthcare system from intake through episode of care, Coordinate services with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and community providers, Track patient progress and outcomes across the continuum of care, Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
Seniority
Individual Contributor