Admissions RN: Impactful Care & Education Support

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Health Network's Dupont Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking an Admissions Nurse to assess, admit, and transition patients to the appropriate level of care. You will verify medical histories, coordinate with care teams, and ensure timely admissions.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation in EMR, collaboration with physicians and care managers, and adherence to privacy and safety standards while delivering clear patient education.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive assessments of patients upon arrival and determines appropriate level of care.
• Collaborates with physicians, care managers, and healthcare staff to ensure accurate admissions and care planning.
• Verifies patient information for accuracy and compliance with admission protocols.
• Communicates admission processes, care expectations, and patient rights to patients and families.
• Initiates orders, treatments, and diagnostic tests as appropriate per admission protocol.
• Maintains complete documentation of admission activities in the EMR.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives related to the admission process.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

EMR proficiency

Multitasking

Education

RN licensure

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Lutheran Health Network's Dupont Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking an Admissions Nurse to assess, admit, and transition patients to the appropriate level of care. You will verify medical histories, coordinate with care teams, and ensure timely admissions.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation in EMR, collaboration with physicians and care managers, and adherence to privacy and safety standards while delivering clear patient education.