Admissions Registered Nurse (RN)

RN Admissions Nurse

Bishop Center is hiring an RN Admissions Nurse in Syracuse, NY.

Job Description

• Initiate admission assessments on new residents/hospital returns and initiate initial care plan.
• Assist with the development and direction of the Nursing Department as directed by the Director of Nursing (DON).
• Review PRI's and coordinate all components of the admission process with the interdisciplinary team.
• Responsible for auditing records to ascertain compliance with facility standards.
• Participate in discharge planning when necessary.
• Review and evaluate residents' care plans when conditions warrant a change as necessary.
• Perform required charting according to policy/procedure.
• Complete MDS, care plans, and other documents as assigned.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident information as per HIPAA and corporate guidelines.
• May be assigned to supervise or direct resident care as necessary.

Requirements

• Must have an active/unrestricted NYS Registered Nurse License.
• Prior experience as an admissions nurse in long-term care settings.
• Should have excellent clinical assessment skills.
• Ability to make good independent decisions.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Computer savvy; proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Long-term care experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Community Overview

Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a warm and welcoming 440-bed skilled nursing facility located in Syracuse, New York. Known for its commitment to compassionate care and clinical excellence, Bishop offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing services in a supportive and homelike environment. Our dedicated team uses a personalized, multi-disciplinary approach to help residents recover, regain independence, and thrive.