The Admissions RN is a registered nurse and an Interdisciplinary Team member whose primary responsibility is to present Bethany services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients.
• Participation in the information gathering, analysis, education and form completion aspects of the admissions process
• Evaluate patients for appropriateness, e.g. medical records review as requested.
• Obtain agreement for admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria.
• Build effective referral source relationships to support the high quality and responsiveness expectations associated with Bethany.
• Maintain clinical and professional competence.
• Take the initiative in developing effective relationships internally with the appropriate admissions and patient care resource persons.
• Utilize interpersonal skills to help appropriately educate and address any questions the patient and/or patient's family has concerning hospice and palliative care.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Knowledge of the principles of the intake, admission, and transition to care process with the ability to further develop skills in these competency areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, referral sources and colleagues.
• Knowledge of clinical manifestations of diseases and ability to develop Bethany specific clinical knowledge.
• Ability to use the Bethany information system and mobile technology platforms.
Coordinates and assures the completion of nursing assessments for current residents and residents with a change in condition. Utilizes assessments to formalize a plan of care in conjunction with the participation of an interdisciplinary team.
Formulates and documents initial care plans, provides oversight for care plan updates and maintains coordinated documentation.
Manages a caseload of residents for MDS process.
• Reliable means of transportation.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Currently licensed as a R.N. in the state where duties are performed.
2 years MDS/RAI process experience.
• 2 years of previous hospital, physician practice, LTC or ALF experience
• Strong Presentation Skills
• Previous sales or service experience preferred
EDUCATION • Associate's degree in nursing
Competitive starting wage and full benefit package for Staff that work a scheduled shift of 60 hours biweekly or more.
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 403B + Employer Matching
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• On-site Fitness Center + Discount to employees
• On-Site Restaurants (Bleu Barn ) - Employees eat 50% off!
Shift times:
Admissions is Monday thru Friday. On call rotation twice in a 6 week period.
Work every other weekend.
If this is the type of culture and family you'd like to be a part of, then apply today
Bethany is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug-free workplace.
Compensation details: 38-42 Yearly Salary
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