Admissions Nurse: Care Coordination & Onboarding

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Admissions Nurse at Lutheran Health Network in Fort Wayne is responsible for assessing, admitting, and transitioning patients into the appropriate level of care within the facility. This role includes initial patient evaluation, verification of medical history, and coordination with healthcare teams to ensure timely patient admissions.

The Admissions Nurse works across departments to provide seamless patient care and supports optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of nursing experience in an acute care or admissions setting required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive assessments of patients upon arrival to determine level of care.
• Collaborates with physicians, care managers, and healthcare staff to ensure accurate admissions and documentation.
• Verifies demographics, insurance, and medical records for admission compliance.
• Communicates admission process, care expectations, and patient rights to patients and families.
• Initiates orders, treatments, and diagnostic tests per admission protocol as needed.
• Maintains accurate EMR documentation of admission activities.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives related to admissions.
• Educates patients on facility services, treatment plans, and post-admission care.
• Ensures compliance with privacy, safety, and infection control regulations.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Multitasking

Education

RN licensure (state or compact)

BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

The Admissions Nurse at Lutheran Health Network in Fort Wayne is responsible for assessing, admitting, and transitioning patients into the appropriate level of care within the facility. This role includes initial patient evaluation, verification of medical history, and coordination with healthcare teams to ensure timely patient admissions.

The Admissions Nurse works across departments to provide seamless patient care and supports optimal patient outcomes.