· Coordinates and facilitates the admission of patients from the referral sources. - Identifies medical record information needed from referring facility. -Assists in completing the Pre-admission Clinical Evaluation (PACE) form to assist in evaluating appropriateness of admission. -Applies appropriate clinical guidelines to pre-admission data. -Notifies referring facility of admission decision within 24 hours. -Expedites transfer within 24 hours of notification. -Conducts in-house tours for families and outside agencies as necessary. -Collects and distributes admission information to all clinical services and the business office. -Using the plan approved by the Physician Advisor/Medical Director and Chief Executive Officer assigns physicians to patients according to protocol. -Facilitates and coordinates physician-to-physician communication as necessary. -Identifies specific patient needs for equipment, supplies, and consult services. -Provides hospital team with needed information on pending/new admissions. |