Admissions Nurse

About the role

Patewood Post Acute is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Greenville, SC. We invest in our team and foster a supportive, appreciative workplace where employees can grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Cook up the admissions process from referral to admission
• Screen prospective residents to ensure they fit our program
• Document admissions, financial forms, and paperwork
• Verify insurance and benefits
• Keep track of bed availability and admission activity
• Work with nursing leadership, case managers, therapy, and others to make admissions smooth
• Arrange transportation and support services for new residents
• Inform residents, families, and referral sources about our services
• Attend daily stand-ups and census development meetings
• Host outreach events, facility tours, and community engagements
• Protect resident privacy and follow HIPAA regulations
• Help meet census goals with excellent customer service and networking
• Handle additional projects as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Marketing, Nursing, or related field preferred
• Two years of admissions, healthcare marketing, case management, or related experience preferred
• Skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or post-acute care experience preferred
• Current RN or LPN license
• CPR certified
• Experience with insurance verification and admission processes preferred
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care plans preferred

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and referral partners

Skills

• Passion for helping patients and families navigate care transitions
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities
• Professional, compassionate, and customer-service focused
• Goal-oriented with a desire to contribute to facility growth
• Organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable