Admissions Director

Skilled Nursing Management Co.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Nursing Management Co. is seeking an Admissions Director experienced in skilled nursing to streamline admissions for residents. You will manage inquiries, verify insurance, conduct facility tours, and coordinate with nursing leadership to optimize bed availability.

The role focuses on accurate documentation, compliance, and building referral networks with hospitals and social workers to sustain admissions flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in marketing/admissions in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Inquiry & Referral Management: Respond quickly to hospital/family inquiries and review records to assess fit.
• Insurance & Financial Verification: Check Medicare/Medicaid and private benefits before admission.
• Facility Tours & Marketing: Conduct tours and build referrals with hospital teams.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure admission documents are complete and uploaded to EMR (PointClickCare).
• Bed Coordination: Coordinate with Nursing Director to track beds and discharges.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Skilled Nursing Management Co.

Admissions Director (experienced in Skilled Nursing)

• Salary range: $53k - $68k annually

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Tuition Reimbursement, and free life insurance.

Skilled Nursing Management Co. is looking to hire an Admissions Director, experiences in skilled nursing facility admissions.

The Admissions Director ensure the admissions process is smooth and comfortable for residents through:

• Inquiry & Referral Management: Respond quickly to phone calls, faxes, and emails from hospitals and families. Review medical records to check if the facility can meet the care needs of the potential resident.

• Insurance & Financial Verification: Check Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance benefits through online portals before approving an admission. Coordinate with billing teams to explain payment terms and financial responsibilities to families.

• Facility Tours & Marketing: Conduct tours for prospective residents and families. Build strong relationships with hospital case managers and social workers to bring in new referrals.

• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure admission agreements, privacy forms, and legal documents (like Power of Attorney) are completed correctly and uploaded to electronic medical record to PointClickCare.

• Bed Coordination: Work daily with the Director of Nursing and housekeeping to track bed availability, room changes, and planned discharges.

Requirements:

To be eligible for consideration applicants should have:

• As a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent, but a Bachelors degree is preferred;

• One to two years of experience in marketing /admissions in a Skilled Nursing Facility;

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and outstanding customer service skills;

• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.

Skilled Nursing Management Co. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

We never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.