Admissions Nurse

Admissions NurseAn established, mission-driven senior living and healthcare organization in Connecticut is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Admissions Nurse (RN) to oversee and streamline clinical intake for incoming residents.Specializing in evening admissions (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM), this role coordinates directly with hospital discharge planners, attending physicians, facility leadership, and families to ensure safe, seamless transitions into the center. By focusing specifically on incoming clinical assessments, medication reconciliation, and initial electronic chart setups, you enable floor staff to focus on direct resident care while setting a high standard of clinical excellence from day one.Key ResponsibilitiesLead clinical intake and onboarding procedures for all incoming admissions during the evening shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM)Conduct initial nursing assessments, skin evaluations, and comprehensive admission documentation upon resident arrivalReconcile hospital discharge summaries, attending physician orders, and pharmacy profiles to ensure immediate medication continuityPartner closely with hospital discharge planners, interdisciplinary care teams, and resident families to prepare room setups and specialized clinical equipmentInitiate preliminary individualized care plans and communicate critical resident needs to on-duty nursing supervisorsOrient new residents and families to facility policies, care team structures, and clinical routines to ease transition anxietyQualificationsLicensure: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of ConnecticutClinical Experience: Minimum of 1 to 2 years of nursing experience within a skilled nursing facility (SNF), long-term care (LTC), or sub-acute rehabilitation environment preferredAdmissions Capability: Prior experience handling admissions, hospital discharge coordination, or unit management/desk nursing is highly desirableEMR Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Electronic Medical Record systems (e.g., PointClickCare) for accurate, rapid chart initiationCommunication: Exceptional organizational, clinical prioritization, and interpersonal skills to build trust quickly with families and hospital representativesIf you are an experienced RN looking for a dedicated evening admissions role in Connecticut, we would love to connect with you!