What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Admissions position at Long Term Healthcare Facility?
Duties:
- Initiate admission assessments on new Residents / hospital returns & initiates initial care plan.
- Assist with the development & direction of the Nursing Department as directed by the DON.
- Assess PRI's & coordinate all components of the admission process with the interdisciplinary team.
- Responsible for auditing records to ascertain compliance with facility standards.
- Will participate in discharge planning when necessary.
- Review & 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 confidentially of all Resident information as per HIPAA and Corporate guidelines.
- May be assigned to supervise, direct and/or provide Resident care as necessary.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Must have an active / unrestricted NYS Registered Nurse License
- Should have excellent clinical assessment skills
- Ability to make great independent decisions
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Long-Term Care Experience Preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Pay/Benefits:
- Starts at $75,000.00 per year based on experience
- Excellent Benefits Pay Package
M/F/D/V - Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $75,000
