Admission Nurse
Community Health Systems · Fort Wayne, Indiana, US
Job Summary The Admissions Nurse is responsible for assessing, admitting, and transitioning patients into the appropriate level of care within the facility.
Job description
Job Summary The Admissions Nurse is responsible for assessing, admitting, and transitioning patients into the appropriate level of care within the facility. This role involves initial patient evaluation, verification of medical history, and coordination with healthcare teams to ensure timely and accurate patient admissions. The Admissions Nurse works collaboratively across multiple departments to provide seamless patient care and support optimal patient outcomes. Essential Functions: - Conducts comprehensive assessments of patients upon arrival, gathering medical history, current condition, and other relevant information to determine the appropriate level of care. - Collaborates with physicians, care managers, and other healthcare staff to ensure accurate and timely patient admissions, including necessary documentation and care planning. - 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. - Supports the coordination of care by initiating order...