Admissions Nurse - RN

Franciscan Ministries•Lindenhurst, IL

1d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Admission Nurse is responsible for coordinating and completing the admission process for new residents entering the skilled nursing community. This role ensures accurate clinical assessments, physician order implementation, medication reconciliation, and effective communication with residents, families, and providers. This role ensures all admissions meet regulatory and ministry requirements.

Requirements

Current unrestricted license as Registered Nurse (RN) in practicing state
2+ years of Nursing experience preferred
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively work with several different departments simultaneously
Clinical assessment skills
Experience with electronic health records

Nice To Haves

A nursing degree from an accredited college or university preferred

Responsibilities

Complete comprehensive nursing admission assessments upon arrival.
Review hospital discharge documentation and transfer records.
Verify physician orders and ensure timely implementation.
Perform medication reconciliation and communicate discrepancies to the attending physician or medical provider.
Assess residents for immediate nursing needs, including pain management, fall risk, skin integrity, nutrition, and infection prevention.
Initiate individualized care plans.
Complete admission documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) accurately and within required timeframes.
Ensure all required regulatory and facility admission documentation is completed.
Communicate admission information to nursing staff, therapy, dietary, pharmacy, social services, activities, and other departments.
Educate residents and families regarding community policies, routines, resident rights, and available services.
Follow infection prevention and control protocols.
Respond appropriately to emergencies and changes in resident condition.
Collaborate with nursing leadership, therapy, social services, dietary, life enrichment, and other departments to ensure a seamless admission process.
Address questions and concerns with professionalism, empathy, and responsiveness.
Promote a welcoming, resident-centered experience throughout the transition.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing admissions.
Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
Verify completion of required clinical forms, consents, and physician documentation at time of admission.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and procedures and any updates.