Admission Nurse (LPN) (2657)

Admission Nurse (LPN)

Episcopal Homes of Minnesota has proudly served seniors for 130 years in St. Paul's Midway neighborhood. Our vibrant campus offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Transitional Care, and Hospice services. Residents enjoy access to amenities including a fitness center, pool, pub, theater, and gourmet dining.

We are currently hiring an Admission Nurse (LPN) to join our Transitional Care Unit (TCU). In this role, you'll be the first point of contact for newly admitted patients, ensuring a smooth transition into our community through comprehensive assessments, care coordination, and compassionate support.

Wage: $30.49-$37.20/hr. DOE Schedule: 11:30am-7:00pm, FTE 0.8 (64hrs)

What You'll Do

• Welcome and admit new patients, creating a positive and reassuring first impression
• Conduct comprehensive admission assessments and nursing interview
• Review, clarify, and enter physician and nursing orders accurately
• Initiate individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary teams
• Communicate patient status, special care needs, and admission updates with nursing staff
• Educate patients and families on the admission process, care expectations, and available service
• Ensure admission documentation is complete and accurate within the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Coordinate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to establish treatment plan
• Identify and communicate changes in patient condition or potential risks promptly
• Collaborate with discharge planning and care teams to support a seamless patient experience
• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team throughout the admission process
• Deliver exceptional customer service while supporting patients during their transition into care

What We're Looking For

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing with the Minnesota Board of Nursing
• Experience using PointClickCare (PCC) or other electronic medical record (EMR) system
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and customer service skill
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• CPR certification

Preferred:

• Previous experience in transitional care, skilled nursing, or long-term care
• Admissions, assessment, or case management experience
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance requirements related to transitional care
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and discharge planning

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility during the shift
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to assist with patient transfers and mobility support as needed
• Transitional Care Unit and skilled nursing environment with frequent patient interaction
• Fast-paced, team-oriented setting requiring adaptability, organization, and strong critical thinking skill
• Adherence to infection control, safety, HIPAA, and confidentiality standard

At Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

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