Registered Nurse - Admissions - Grandview Orthopedic Surgery Center

Essential Functions

• Counsels patients and their families regarding the admission process, care expectations, and patient rights.
• Verifies patient information, including demographics, insurance, and medical records, to ensure compliance with facility admission protocols.
• Communicates effectively with patients and their families, providing information about the admission process, care expectations, and patient rights.
• Maintains accurate and complete documentation of all admission activities in the electronic medical record (EMR), adhering to facility standards and regulations.
• Supports the coordination of care by initiating orders, treatments, and diagnostic tests as appropriate, based on the admission protocol.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives related to the admission process, identifying opportunities for enhancement and contributing to implementation efforts.
• Provides patient education on facility services, treatment plans, and post-admission care to ensure patient understanding and satisfaction.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of nursing experience in an acute care or admissions setting required.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills to facilitate appropriate patient placement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for accurate patient documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.