Admissions Clinical Nurse Assessor LPN

$10,000 sign on bonus Gurwin Healthcare System is a full healthcare continuum providing extraordinary care to the Long Island community and beyond. Set primarily on a 36-acre campus in Commack, NY, the Gurwin Healthcare System includes the 460-bed Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Gurwin's Assisted Living community (Gurwin Jewish ~ Fay J. Lindner Residences), our independent living community (Fountaingate Gardens), Island Nursing and Rehab Center, and two certified (CHHA) and licensed home care (LHCSA) agencies. We are currently seeking a full-time Clinical Assessor / Coordinator, LPN. JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Assessor / Coordinator, LPN is responsible for reviewing sub‑acute care and long‑term care referrals received from surrounding area hospitals and facilities. The Clinical Assessor / Coordinator, LPN identifies actual and potential mental and physical health problems and accurately determines the necessary classification and regimes to assist with the appropriate placement of a potential admission to the Gurwin Jewish Health Care System. HOURS Monday through Friday 9:00am-5:00pm EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Licensed to practice as LPN in NewYorkState. Minimum of one year experience working in a hospital, long term care or certified home health agency (CHHA). DUTIES Demonstrates knowledge and the capacity to accurately interpret the PRI/RUG Classification System. Properly manage referral case load and respond in a timely manner via Navi/Allscripts and eFax. Accurately assesses the classification and patient disposition upon screening. Coordinate referral via EMR including verification of benefits. Coordinate the bed board/census when needed. Assess potential patients at partnering hospitals. Address / accommodate the age‑specific physical, psychosocial and emotional changes in residents/patients when planning programs and/or delivering care. Maintain updated knowledge and understanding of the comprehensive services available for new admissions. Discuss and interpret patient’s potential and present status with appropriate disciplines. Establish and maintain a professional rapport with members of the health care team in facilities and referring hospitals. Demonstrate a high level of communication skills and interviewing skills with patients, families, and all disciplines. Communicate clearly and comprehensibly to residents, patients and family members, understanding changes in cognition and allowing sufficient time for processing of information. Demonstrate appropriate understanding of the needs and behaviors of elderly residents/patients as they differ from other age groups. Discerning the needs and behaviors of sub‑acute/rehab patients appropriately, as they differ from those of the elderly. Benefits Medical Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield) for eligible employees, plus a family option. Fitness Reimbursement Program Wellness discounts Dental Insurance through MetLife Vision Insurance through MetLife Accrued holiday, personal and vacation time; payout for unused sick time for those who qualify Flexible Spending Account – Medical and/or Dependent Care Long‑term disability Insurance for those who qualify (no cost to employee) Life Insurance – value is equal to employee’s annual salary (no cost to employee) National Employee Assistance Program (no cost to employee) Childcare, membership and program discounts at Suffolk YJCC, Commack and Mid‑Island YJCC, Plainview Tax‑deferred annuity plan – employee automatically enrolled with 3% contribution / employer contributes 4% after one year of service (graded vesting) Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 per year Sign‑on bonus for specified clinical positions Employee Referral Bonus for specified clinical positions Starbuck’s café on-site Staff cafeteria with subsidized pricing Employee perks including holiday gift cards, system‑wide annual BBQ and Winter Celebrations, meals, treats and other theme‑related staff events Other discounts and added value for employees from outside corporations including BJs membership discount, BethpageFCU savings perks, Plum Benefits Entertainment discounts and more! EOE M/F/D/V Gurwin Healthcare System is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply. M/F/D/V. #J-18808-Ljbffr