RN Admissions & Discharge Specialist

Catholic Health; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, NY, part of Catholic Health, seeks a Registered Nurse for Admission/Discharge to join a collaborative nursing team on-site. You will facilitate timely admissions and discharges, complete assessments, and provide education to patients and families to support safe transitions.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN (ASN considered if enrolled in BSN), NY RN license, and BLS.

Qualifications

• BSN required for licensure and practice.
• ASN candidates active in BSN progression will be considered.
• Current NY RN license required (Professional Nurse).
• BLS certification from American Heart Association required or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate admissions and discharges in a timely, patient-centered manner.
• Complete required admissions/discharge assessments and documentation.
• Provide individualized education and support to patients and families.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care using clinical knowledge and judgment.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and transitions.
• Delegate appropriate patient care activities while maintaining accountability for nursing care.
• Address age, language, culture, health literacy, and developmental/physical needs in patient care.
• Maintain patient safety, infection prevention, and standards of care.
• Maintain professional competency and participate in ongoing education.
• Participate in unit-level performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Clinical assessment

Prioritization

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

BSN required

ASN considered if enrolled in BSN

New York State RN license

BLS certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Computer systems

Job description

Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, NY, part of Catholic Health, seeks a Registered Nurse for Admission/Discharge to join a collaborative nursing team on-site. You will facilitate timely admissions and discharges, complete assessments, and provide education to patients and families to support safe transitions.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN (ASN considered if enrolled in BSN), NY RN license, and BLS.