Assistant Director, Admissions PRI Nurse

Responsibilities

• Reviews Patient Review Instruments (PRIs) and Screens and all supporting clinical documentation for appropriateness to be admitted to either RNH or SSI and coordinates all components of the admissions process with the interdisciplinary team.
• Consults with hospital staff to review and evaluate potential applicants for admission to the facilities.
• Completes all required clinical pre-admission assessment forms on all potential admissions and gather additional medical and social information as needed for a thorough assessment.
• Review/analyze census reports for discharges, admissions, hospitalizations, and readmissions with follow up as necessary.
• Documents all applicant clinical and psycho-social assessments.
• Verifies payer source, i.e., Medicare, managed care, Medicaid, insurance.
• Interacts with HMO Case Managers prior to admissions to review skilled needs and appropriate level.
• Obtains authorizations for managed care organizations as needed.
• Weekend and holiday admission coverage as needed.
• Navigates multiple referral systems which includes both internal and external referral platforms.
• Aids potential residents and their families by coordinating tours of the facilities and answering questions regarding the facilities and admissions process.
• Maintains accurate documentation on all applicants evaluated in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
• Aids other departments with projects as needed in the spirit of teamwork.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of Accredited Nursing Program(s).
• Experience: Previous experience in post-acute admissions processes required.
• Knowledge and Skills: Excellent writing and clinical assessment skills, Good working relationships with staff and referral sources, Ability to multi-task and work accurately in a fast-paced environment, Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, Thorough knowledge and understanding of medical terminology, conditions and treatments relevant to geriatric, young adult and pediatric populations, Ability to make thorough and accurate bio-psychosocial assessments of geriatric, young adult and pediatric applicants in relation to the continuum of services provided by RNH and SSI, Positive relationship building, Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, Organized with an ability to work independently to complete projects, Detail oriented with consistent follow-through, Excellent listening and problem-solving skills, Proficient with Microsoft Office suite applications such as Word and Excel
• Licenses, Certifications: New York State Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, PRI certified preferred
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a variety of office settings, Position requires prolonged periods of sitting, reaching, walking throughout the work day, Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.