Admissions Nurse (Registered Nurse/RN)

Position Summary:The RN Admissions Nurse supervises, implements, coordinates, and manages patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:

Must possess a nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)

Must be currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.

One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred

Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements:

Must have expert knowledge in field of practice

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions:

Must be able to provide hands on assessment care to patients during the admissions process

Must be able to effectively communicate assessment findings with physician

Must be able to knowledgeable and competently deliver quality nursing care to patients

Must be able to evaluate patients’ needs assessment and initiate care plans upon patient admission and readmission

Must be able to accurately receive, document, and transcribe physician orders

Must be able to communicate orders to others timely to ensure timely receipt of medications and order implementation

Must be able to chart appropriately and timely

Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients

Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer