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Avamere Health Services, LLC Admissions Nurse - RN/LPN in Issaquah, Washington
Description Admissions Nurse (RN/LPN) $4,000 Sign-on Bonus Status: Full-Time Schedule: Monday - Friday; 12PM - 8PM Wage: LPN ($40-$46/hour DOE); RN ($45-$50/hour DOE) Location: Avamere Rehabilitation of Issaquah - 805 Front St S, Issaquah, WA 98027 Employee Perks: Tuition assistance Mentorship opportunities & Career Development Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services, and more Generous employee referral program Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually) 401K retirement plan with employer match Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee the admissions process for new and readmitted residents, and coordinate with each department their responsibilities in the process. Responsibilities: Ensure the resident's room is clean, safe, orderly and comfortable upon arrival. Ensure the necessary equipment and supplies are available and ready upon resident's arrival. Be the first point of contact for resident's family, give facility tours and answer questions. Conduct/coordinate resident assessments upon admission. Initiate resident care planning with nursing and all necessary departments and personnel. Alert department heads of any admissions changes pertinent to their department. Identify and collect necessary information and paperwork to complete resident admission and documentation. Complete required recordkeeping in regards to your role. Other nursing duties as assigned. Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies. Qualifications: Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN/LPN in this state. Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities. Must chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and resident's response to care. Experience with Electronic Medical Records and computer documentation systems. Effective communication, organization and prioritization skills. Customer service skills/experience required. Knowledge of reimbursement programs, Medicare and Medicaid preferred. Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines. Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify Qualifications Licenses & Certifications Registered Nurse (preferred) Licenced Practical Nurse (preferred) Avamere Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer