Admissions Nurse

Northbrooke Post-Acute , a 120-bed Skilled Nursing Facility, is located in Jackson, Tennessee servicing patients with wound care, rehabilitation and skilled services. Our focus is to provide the utmost quality of care to all of our patients while maintaining a compliant and welcoming environment. We are a passionate team who truly care for the well-being of our residents, family members and staff.

Position Overview:

The Admission Coordinator coordinates the admission of residents to the facility in accordance with departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance and policies and procedures.

• Develop and maintain business relationships with Discharge Planners, Case Managers, and Physicians to generate placement referrals
• Coordinate the admission of residents to the facility by communicating with other departments, external organizations, agencies and healthcare facilities. Ensure resident rooms are admission-ready
• Provide tours to perspective patients, family members or responsible parties
• Complete the admission packet with the residents and/or responsible parties
• Interview residents and obtain required information and signatures. Including discussion of room rates, billing procedures, visitor/guest privileges, restrictions, and resident care procedures as appropriate
• Keys information into computer systems, including EMR

Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Requires a minimum of one (1) year of clerical experience in skilled nursing or long-term care setting
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of medical billing
• Ability to perform data entry
• Must have proficient knowledge of computers and related equipment
• Experience with EMR (electronic medical records) systems preferred or required
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, VA benefits (preferred)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information

For Full Time, What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.
• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Paid orientation and training programs.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.