RN Admissions - Newport News, VA (rivhs)

Job Description

Overview
The Admissions RN works under the guidance of the Director of Nursing and reports to the Facility Administrator. Admissions RN promotes a smooth transition of care promoting the well-being and customer satisfaction of new admissions and their families. Facilitates admission process by collaborating with hospital discharge planners to ensure criteria is met for potential admission of residents. May participate in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care, and provide for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of new admissions and their families, as deemed appropriate.

• Maintains working relationships with providers and other medical personnel in support of quality clinical care. Assists medical personnel with ensuring potential guests meet the clinical criteria for the care setting and proper equipment is identified and in place at the facility.
• Coordinates with discharge planners and Central Admissions regarding upcoming admissions, reviews and completes admissions to include chart review, insurance review, face sheet, and follow-up with resident/guest after admission.
• Effectively evaluates admission readiness of potential residents/guests to minimize readmissions back to hospital environment. Participates in interdisciplinary Plan of Care with hospital.
• Appropriately assesses potential admission, taking into consideration the customer's needs (services, medications, equipment, etc.) to ensure the facility can appropriately provide efficient services.
• Able to complete a typical day's assigned workload within the scheduled shift. Demonstrates flexibility and offers assistance to help team.

Qualifications
Experience

• 2 years Experience in Long-term Care or Skilled Nursing (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) or licensed in a compact state Upon Hire (Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days (Required)
• Valid Drivers License Required

Other Requirements

• Weekend Shifts

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.