Admissions Nurse

Apploi; Town of Perinton (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

PTO and sick time

Paid holidays

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

Free on-site parking

Public transportation access

Job summary

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center in Fairport, NY is seeking an Admissions Nurse (RN preferred; LPN considered) to coordinate new resident admissions and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team from referral through post-admission follow-up.

RN licensure is preferred; qualified LPN candidates with relevant experience will be considered. The role requires strong clinical judgment, communication, and organization to ensure smooth transitions into the facility.

Qualifications

• Current, active New York State RN or LPN license in good standing.
• RN preferred; LPN candidates with relevant experience encouraged to apply.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, hospital admissions, case management, or related healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience with PointClickCare or another EMR is a plus.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions from referral to resident arrival and post-admission follow-up.
• Review medical records, physician orders, medications, and treatment plans for accuracy.
• Conduct admission nursing assessments to identify care needs.
• Communicate with physicians, hospitals, referral sources, residents, and families to facilitate admissions.
• Collaborate with DON/ADON and interdisciplinary team for continuity of care.
• Complete admission paperwork and EMR entries in PointClickCare.
• Ensure records are accurate and compliant with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance to residents and families during transition into the facility.
• Participate in on-call rotation to support admissions outside regular hours.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by DON or ADON.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

EMR experience

Education

RN or LPN license

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Admissions Nurse (RN Preferred; LPN Considered)

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center | Fairport, NY

Make a Difference from the Very First Day

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Fairport, New York, is seeking a compassionate, organized, and detail-oriented Admissions Nurse (RN/LPN) to join our team. We are looking for a nurse with strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to helping residents and their families experience a smooth and welcoming transition into our facility. RN licensure is preferred; qualified LPN candidates will also be considered.

The Admissions Nurse plays an important role in coordinating new resident admissions, reviewing clinical information, communicating with referral sources, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents' care needs are identified and addressed from the start.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the admissions process from initial referral through resident arrival and post-admission follow-up.

• Review referral information, medical records, physician orders, medications, and treatment plans for accuracy and completeness.

• Conduct admission nursing assessments and help identify residents' clinical needs and appropriate care requirements.

• Communicate with physicians, hospitals, referral sources, residents, families, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate timely admissions.

• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing (DON), Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team to support continuity of care.

• Complete admission paperwork, clinical documentation, and electronic medical record entries in PointClickCare.

• Ensure admission records are accurate, organized, and completed in accordance with facility policies and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Provide guidance and support to residents and families, answering questions and helping ease the transition into the facility.

• Participate in an on-call rotation to support admission coordination and facility needs outside regular business hours, as required.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the DON or ADON.

Qualifications

• Current, active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.

• RN preferred; LPN candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

• Previous experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, hospital admissions, case management, or a related healthcare setting preferred.

• Experience with PointClickCare or another electronic medical record (EMR) system is a plus.

• Strong clinical assessment, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with residents, families, referral sources, and the interdisciplinary team.

• Flexibility to participate in an on-call rotation based on facility needs.

Compensation & Schedule

• RN Salary: $90,000 per year.

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, day shift.

• On-Call: Participation in a rotating on-call schedule is required.

• Hours may vary depending on admissions activity and facility needs..

Benefits

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Paid time off (PTO) and sick time

• Paid holidays

• Life insurance and supplemental life insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Direct deposit

• Free on-site parking

• Convenient access to public transportation

Why Join Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center?

At Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center, we are committed to delivering quality resident care while fostering a supportive, collaborative workplace. Our continuum of care includes independent senior living, assisted living, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and community-based services.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping residents and their families navigate an important transition in their care. We value compassion, professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to clinical excellence.

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