MDS/Admission RN

Commonwealth Health; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth Health is hiring for a position at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, focusing on conducting pre-admission screenings for patients and developing a referral program for the rehab program. Candidates should hold a valid Pennsylvania RN license and have a minimum of two years of clinical experience.

The role emphasizes strong interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and effective communication with diverse audiences. Experience in rehab settings is preferred. A supportive environment is provided to promote professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years clinical experience.
• Experience in rehab settings is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre‑admission screenings for rehab program.
• Develop and implement referral development program.
• Promote the rehab program features to patients and community.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Strong interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Ability to communicate well

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

JOB LOCATION - Wilkes-Barre General Hospital - Per Diem

Position Purpose

This position is accountable to the program director of the rehabilitation program. The main job duties are to respond to and carry out pre‑admission screenings for patients referred to the rehab program and to develop and implement a referral development program as a means to promote the features and benefits of the rehab program to patients, families and the community. The amount of time spent performing either task will vary based on volume of activity.

Position Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Experience / Specialized Skills / Aptitudes

Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience during which clinical expertise and strong interpersonal skills have been demonstrated; experience in rehab settings a plus. Ability to comprehensively review a medical record for rehab medical necessity; consistently applied organizational skills; results oriented; independently goal directed; able to multi‑task; able to communicate well with many diverse audiences – professional and lay; able to meet established timeframes; general customer service skills; able to work independently; able to pass both the FIM competency and pre‑admission screening competency; experience with computer and other electronic data entry devices; must have a valid driver’s license. Experience as intake coordinator preferred.

Licenses / Certificates

Current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license. Current BLS certification must be completed by end of orientation period.