The RN Admissions Nurse is responsible for facilitating the admission process for new residents, ensuring their smooth transition into our facility, and providing high-quality nursing care. This position requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering quality care to our residents.
Schedule: Full-Time, Saturday & Sunday, Weekends, On-Call Rotation
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
- Conduct thorough assessments of incoming residents to gather medical history, assess current health status, and identify care needs.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the team to develop individualized care plans for new residents.
- Communicate effectively with residents, their families, and caregivers to provide information about the admissions process, facility policies, and available services.
- Complete admission paperwork accurately and ensure all required documentation is obtained, including consent forms, insurance information, and medical records.
- Coordinate with other departments, such as dietary and therapy, to arrange for necessary assessments and services for new admissions.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician, following established medication administration protocols.
- Monitor residents’ vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition during the admission process and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate healthcare team members.
- Provide emotional support and reassurance to residents and their families during the admission process, addressing any questions or concerns they may have.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to admission processes, documentation, and resident rights.
- Participate in team meetings to discuss resident care plans, progress, and discharge planning as needed.
- Perform all other duties assigned by the Director of Nursing.
