Admissions RN: Streamlined Patient Intake & Care

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana is seeking an Admissions Nurse in a part-time (.5 FTE) daytime role. You will assess, admit, and transition patients into the appropriate level of care, perform initial evaluations, verify medical history, and coordinate with care teams to ensure timely and accurate patient admissions.

Responsibilities include collecting medical history, documenting in the EMR, collaborating with physicians and care managers, initiating orders and tests as needed, and educating

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive assessments of patients upon arrival, gathering medical history, current condition, and other relevant information to determine the appropriate level of care.
• Collaborates with physicians, care managers, and other healthcare staff to ensure accurate and timely patient admissions, including necessary documentation and care planning.
• Verifies patient information, including demographics, insurance, and medical records, to ensure compliance with facility admission protocols.
• Communicates effectively with patients and their families, providing information about the admission process, care expectations, and patient rights.
• Supports the coordination of care by initiating orders, treatments, and diagnostic tests as appropriate, based on the admission protocol.
• Maintains accurate and complete documentation of all admission activities in the electronic medical record (EMR), adhering to facility standards and regulations.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives related to the admission process, identifying opportunities for enhancement and contributing to implementation efforts.
• Provides patient education on facility services, treatment plans, and post-admission care to ensure patient understanding and satisfaction.

Skills

RN experience

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana is seeking an Admissions Nurse in a part-time (.5 FTE) daytime role. You will assess, admit, and transition patients into the appropriate level of care, perform initial evaluations, verify medical history, and coordinate with care teams to ensure timely and accurate patient admissions.

Responsibilities include collecting medical history, documenting in the EMR, collaborating with physicians and care managers, initiating orders and tests as needed, and educating