Admissions Nurse LPN

Admissions Nurse

Avalon Care Center Bellingham is seeking an Admissions Nurse to join our team! $43.50 - $48.05/hr Monday - Friday 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

We are looking for individuals who embrace a reverence for life and a heart for healing. With enthusiasm and compassion, our Avalon family works with our patients and their families as well as with our communities to celebrate life every day!

If you are advanced in problem solving, have great communication skills, and are highly organized then we want you to join our team! We offer great challenges, a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement!

Full-time are eligible for:

• 401K
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• FSA & Dependent Care FSA
• Life Insurance
• AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance.

**Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.**

Responsibilities

Admissions Process

• Complete admission assessments for incoming residents, including physical and clinical evaluations.
• Coordinate admissions to ensure a smooth transition into the facility.
• Review hospital records, physician orders, medications, and treatment plans prior to admission.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support continuity of care.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of admission documentation, authorizations, and medical records.
• Educate residents and families regarding admission procedures, care plans, and facility policies.
• Assess residents for appropriate level of care and identify immediate clinical or safety concerns.
• Coordinate room assignments, equipment, and resident care needs upon admission.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, facility, and HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with resident transfers and discharge coordination as needed.

Qualifications

• Preferably 1-3 years of clinical nursing experience with at least two years in long term care and two years of successful experience in administration, consultation or involvement in the survey process

Licenses/Certification

• Must have an LPN license in good standing

Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This facility complies with the Nurse License Compact (NLC) regulations.