Admissions -

• Is responsible for all census development.

• Acts as liaison between the facility and family members during the pre-admission and admission process. Upon admissions, refers family members to appropriate Department Head depending on specific need.

• Handles all tours, admission screenings and initial inquiries. • Works with the Director of Nursing to ensure that all admissions are screened thoroughly and adequately prior to admission.

• Works with the Social Services staff to ensure that all advanced directives have been discussed prior to admission so that appropriate paperwork can be in place upon admission.

• Completes admission paperwork with the responsible party, family member, power of attorney or resident upon admission.

• Ensures that the Admission packet is completed in a timely manner (within 24 hours of admission) and that all forms are presented in a neat and organized manner.

• Provides any other services or duties as required by the Administrator.

Minimum Requirements

The desired minimum requirements necessary to effectively perform position responsibilities include a 4-year degree in health-related field, preferably licensed as a LVN or RN; three years of responsible nursing experience, preferably in a long-term care facility; excellent management skills or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience, and the ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing, to complete required Nursing Department documentation, and respect for the principles of resident rights, confidentiality, EEO and ADA.

Specific Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.

• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.

• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care. REVISED 4/2013 MGCC/SHARED DRIVE/MASTER COPIES/JOB DESCRIPTIONS/MARKETING ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR

• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.

• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.

• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

• Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.

• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.

• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 40 (forty) pounds. • Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Working Conditions

• Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e. , drug rooms, nurses' stations, resident rooms, etc.).

• Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions.

• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.

• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.

• Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors.

• Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate.

• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.

• Is subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day.

• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

• Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents' needs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with admissions in a nursing home setting?

Experience:

• Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
• Nursing home: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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