RN - Admission/Discharge

About the position

As a part of the healthcare team, assumes primary accountability for nursing coordination and provision of individualized for patients of all ages. Utilizes delegation and critical thinking skills to provide quality service through a team oriented, collaborated approach to patient care. Assists in facilitation of the admission, transfer, and discharge processes.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care in order optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages as appropriate to service area.
• Determines and performs within clinical, leadership and/or education pathways to support (direct/indirect) quality patient care service and performance improvement through anticipating and effectively functioning in crisis/emergency situations based on sound judgment, escalation, and use of advanced skills.
• Manages resources, establishes priorities, and modifies environment to meet patient care needs.
• Collaborates with case management and social work to facilitate throughput.
• Assists in the coordination of the admission, transfer, and discharge process across disciplines and service lines.
• Actively contributes to the overall positive patient experience through the use of excellent customer service skills.
• Utilizes bed tracking technology and collaborates with leadership and transfer center to facilitate throughput.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited nursing program. BSN preferred.
• Minimum 1 year acute care required; 2 years preferred.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• AHA-BLS-ACLS certification required.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and customer service skills.
• Must demonstrate positive leadership role modeling and problem resolution skills.
• Knowledgeable of basic computer and phone applications.
• Must successfully complete orientation and maintain requirements.
• Position requires lifting and long periods of standing, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, walking, etc.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, bio-hazard and hazardous materials including regulated wastes, and combative patients.

Benefits

• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules
• Remote Work Options
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training