Admissions Nurse (Registered Nurse/RN)

Employment Status: Part-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 52.22 Pay Rate Minimum: 45 Shift: Day - Friday, Saturday, Sunday Job Type: Part-Time Wage Range: $45-52.22 DOE Benefits (Full-Time) Vacation, 6 paid holidays, 1 personal day, and paid sick leave beginning on day one Medical, dental, vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA) options 401(k) retirement plan with company match Life insurance; short-term and long-term disability Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement (Subject to company policy and approval). Student Loan Repayment Program (subject to company policy and approval). Toll Reimbursement Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles Setting & Population Served Life Care Centers of America operates Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide: Long-term care for residents needing ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury Collaborative, interdisciplinary care , including nursing, therapy, and medical teams working together A diverse patient population , including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs (Patient mix may vary slightly by facility.) 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 Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing) 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 CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. Specific Job Requirements Expert knowledge in field of practice Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department 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 Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions Provide hands on assessment care to patients during the admissions process Effectively communicate assessment findings with physician Knowledgeably and competently deliver quality nursing care to patients Evaluate patients’ needs assessment and initiate care plans upon patient admission and readmission Accurately receive, document, and transcribe physician orders Communicate orders to others timely to ensure timely receipt of medications and order implementation Chart appropriately and timely Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of patients Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours Read, write, speak, and understand the English language #J-18808-Ljbffr