Evening Admissions Nurse (RN/LPN) — Care Coordinator

Northeast Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401K

Daily pay

Raffle prizes

Generous PTO

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury in Lake Katrine, NY (near Kingston) is seeking an RN or LPN Admissions Nurse for the evening shift with no weekend requirements. You will serve as the primary contact for new admissions, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate care needs and facilitate a smooth transition into the facility.

The role involves clinical evaluations, documentation, compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and HIPAA, resident and family education, and

Qualifications

• Required: Nursing license in New York State in good standing.
• Preferred: Clinical and supervisory experience in long-term or sub-acute settings.
• Able to make decisions with good nursing judgment and handle emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Admissions Coordination: Serve as the primary point of contact for new admissions/readmissions, coordinating pre-admission assessments/evaluations with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate potential neighbors' medical and nursing care needs.
• Clinical evaluation: Conduct thorough evaluations of incoming neighbors, including physical, mental, and emotional health evaluations. Review medical histories, medications, and provider’s orders to develop initial care plans.
• Documentation and Compliance: Complete and ensure accuracy of all admission paperwork, including discharge summaries, admission checklists consent forms, medical records, and regulatory documentation. Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, including Medicare/Medicaid requirements and HIPAA standards. Update the electronic health record (EHR) system with all relevant information promptly.
• Resident and Family Support: Welcome neighbors and their families upon admission/re-admission, providing a thorough orientation to the facility and its services. Act as a liaison between residents, families, and the healthcare team, addressing questions and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with the admissions team, nursing staff, and other departments to coordinate the arrival and placement of new/returning neighbors. Collaborate with external healthcare providers, hospitals, and referral sources to ensure continuity of care.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor and evaluate the admissions process, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions. Ensure that neighbors’ initial care plans align with their specific needs and that care delivery meets the facility’s standards.
• Other Duties: Act in a nursing supervisor capacity when needed. Perform bedside nursing duties such as medication and treatment administration, wound care as well as documentation of care and C.N.A. oversite when needed at the discretion of the director of nursing services, assistant director of nursing services or the nursing supervisor. The admission nurse is expected to participate in the manager on duty rotation as are all nurses in leadership positions.

Education

Nursing license in New York State

Job description

Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury in Lake Katrine, NY (near Kingston) is seeking an RN or LPN Admissions Nurse for the evening shift with no weekend requirements. You will serve as the primary contact for new admissions, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate care needs and facilitate a smooth transition into the facility.

The role involves clinical evaluations, documentation, compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and HIPAA, resident and family education, and