RN ADMISSIONS NURSE

​​​​​​Come and join our team here at Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab! We are looking for a dedicated RN Admissions Nurse! Rate starting at $45.00 per hour.

Benefits:

Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

403(b) plan available

Life Insurance

Job Description Below:

1. Coordinates the services of the Admissions Department with physicians for the most comprehensive resident care. Provides nursing care as may be required during the admission process.
2. Establishes and maintains communication with all residents and family / significant others; and for smooth operations of admission. Gathers data relevant to the resident’s individual needs.
3. Completes all job duties identified on Admission Checklist, while organizing the admission process for clinical staff. Completes medication reconciliation process with admitting physician, and receives physician orders to develop resident plan of care.
4. Obtains a nursing history. Takes appropriate action when needed
5. Discusses information regarding patient with physician as indicated. All interdepartmental actions initiated before the end of the admitting process (ie-Lab and or X-Ray sheets, Therapy communications, follow-up appointment scheduling, etc.)
6. Reviews any abnormal diagnostic results from hospital procedures with admitting physician to better develop resident plan of care.
7. Demonstrates a time conscious awareness and ability to prioritize. Distinguishes between low and high priority activities. Identifies and eliminates delays.
8. Consistently is on time and ready for work at start of shift. Consistently completes all work within shift time frame. Does not allow outside commitments of personal issues to interfere with the work schedule
9. Demonstrates a high level of mental and emotional tolerance sensitivity, diplomacy, sound judgment, and a professional attitude when relating with patients, families and co-workers
10. Performs duties with frequent interruptions, in close quarters and under time constraints in a professional manner.

11. Has knowledge of medical and technical terms used within the hospital. Maintains a current knowledge of the legal aspects of nursing and of the policies, procedures and regulations of the hospital. Clearly understands purposes, objectives, practices and procedures of department.
12. Performs resident teaching presentations. Provides instructions and teaching to residents, as needed.
13. Handles all situations with poise, understanding and tact. Promotes and maintains positive

relationships with staff, residents, families and general public. Is cooperative and open minded in working with others.

14. Writes and maintains legibly accurate and current records, giving meticulous attention to detail. Creates appropriate notes in PCC EHR.
15. Takes pride in personal appearance, displays the type of grooming which is neat, attractive and appropriate and projects a positive image.
16. Demonstrates proper telephone techniques and etiquette. Uses proper oral and written language
17. Seeks creative alternatives and innovative possibilities in problem solving. Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems and can be a relied upon to make sound decisions. Understands and considers the ramifications decisions may have on other departments.
18. Is consistent, dependable and can be relied upon to meet schedules and deadlines.
19. Effectively develops individual, departmental and organizational goals to obtain objectives.
20. Excels in self-directing and self-pacing. Constantly seeks new and better ways of performing job.
21. Devotes appropriate time to the development of professional competence.
22. Inspires cooperation and confidence in others.
23. Accepts constructive criticism to improve performance on the job. Has ability to disagree without arguing

1. Must meet requirements of Registered Nurse job description
2. Must have active CPR from American Heart Association
3. Must demonstrate proficiency in medical terminology, abbreviations and spelling
4. Ability to demonstrate use of electronic health record, photocopy machine, and other equipment post competency completion.
5. Ability to use adult learning principles when teaching residents and families.
6. Ability to prioritize and problem solve.
7. Ability to relate well with physicians.