Admission Director SNF

Job Overview

Admissions is responsible for the admissions process in a nursing home. Responsibilities include working directly with residents and their families, keeping records up to date, and responding to referrals in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Reports to work on time, properly attired.
• Attends Daily AM Report/Quality Assurance Meeting.
• Completes daily census updates.
• Plans and coordinates daily activities and operations of the Admitting Department.
• Screens all referrals for potential admission.
• Coordinates with DNS/Designee for PRI reviews.
• Responds to all referrals within 15 minutes or less.
• Verifies and documents all insurance.
• Performs pre-admission checks, including sex offender registry.
• Controls workflow process for admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Participates in utilization review/discharge process.
• Recommends policies and procedures for admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Keeps admissions, discharges, and room change logs updated.
• Aids families with admissions procedures and provides tours.
• Reviews admission agreements with residents, families, clients, or sponsors.
• Ensures admission rooms are prepared with required equipment.
• Communicates with interdisciplinary team about admissions.
• Ensures HIPAA compliance and protects individuals' health information.
• Participates in community outreach projects.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Ability to read, speak, write, and understand English.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Tactful communication skills.
• Willingness to work harmoniously with various personnel.
• Patient, tactful, enthusiastic demeanor.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Recognition and description of safety and security concerns.
• At least 1 year experience in a skilled nursing admissions setting.