Admissions Nurse: Smooth Patient Intake and Care

Community Health Systems; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Indiana is hiring an Admissions Nurse responsible for assessing, admitting, and transitioning patients to appropriate care levels within the facility. You will perform initial evaluations, verify medical history, and coordinate with care teams to ensure timely admissions.

The role requires 1–3 years of acute care nursing, RN licensure (state or compact), and BLS. You will document in the EMR, support care planning, and participate in quality improvement while

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of nursing experience in acute care or admissions
• RN licensure (state or compact) required
• BLS certification required

Responsibilities

• Assess patients on arrival to determine level of care
• Coordinate with physicians and care managers for admission
• Verify demographics, insurance, and medical records
• Document admission activities in EMR
• Initiate orders and tests per admission protocol
• Participate in quality improvement for admissions
• Educate patients on services and post‑admission care
• Ensure privacy, safety and infection‑control compliance
• Maintain regular attendance and follow policies

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

EMR systems

Multitasking

Job description

Community Health Systems in Indiana is hiring an Admissions Nurse responsible for assessing, admitting, and transitioning patients to appropriate care levels within the facility. You will perform initial evaluations, verify medical history, and coordinate with care teams to ensure timely admissions.

The role requires 1–3 years of acute care nursing, RN licensure (state or compact), and BLS. You will document in the EMR, support care planning, and participate in quality improvement while