RN Admissions Nurse: Evenings

Job Description

Job Description

Schenectady Center is hiring a RN Admissions Nurse in Schenectady, NY.

The Shift is from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

Duties Include:

• Initiate admission assessments on new Residents / hospital returns & initiates initial care plan.

• Assist with the development & direction of the Nursing Department as directed by the DON.

• Review PRI's & coordinate all components of the admission process with the interdisciplinary team.

• Responsible for auditing records to ascertain compliance with facility standards.

• Will participate in discharge planning when necessary.

• Review & evaluate Residents’ care plans when conditions warrant a change as necessary.

• Perform required charting according to policy / procedure.

• Complete MDS, care plans and other documents as assigned.

• Maintain the confidentially of all Resident information as per HIPAA and Corporate guidelines.

• May be assigned to supervise or direct Resident care as necessary.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must have an active / unrestricted NYS Registered Nurse License

• Prior experience as an admissions nurse in LTC settings

• Should have excellent clinical assessment skills

• Ability to make good independent decisions

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills

• Computer savvy; proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Long-Term Care Experience Preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

About us:

Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 240-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located near the lively, reinvigorated downtown. With a long tradition of supporting the community—and being an active part of it— Schenectady Center is one of the newest in all of New York State with modern fixtures, contemporary features, and the latest amenities throughout. Our patient-centered therapy sessions are delivered by our caring, compassionate, expert team and will ensure that your program is tailored to your specific rehabilitation needs. Schenectady Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care Consortium.

Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V