Admissions Registered Nurse

Variable (United States of America)

Admissions Registered Nurse

The Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and patient centered admission of individuals entering the hospital system through acute points of entry. This role serves as a key clinical resource in facilitating care transitions, supporting patient flow, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patients are admitted appropriately and without unnecessary delay.

The Admissions RN applies professional nursing judgment to assess initial patient needs, support care coordination, and ensure required clinical and administrative elements of the admission process are completed in alignment with organizational standards and patient care priorities.

The Admissions RN applies professional nursing judgment to assess initial patient needs, support care coordination, and ensure required clinical and administrative elements of the admission process are completed in alignment with organizational standards and patient care priorities.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing

Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Florida

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current NIH Stroke Scale certification

Demonstrated ability to assess patients, prioritize care needs, and respond to emergent situations within scope of practice

Previous inpatient nursing experience required, intermediate level of care experience preferred

Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and critical thinking skills

• DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The Admissions Registered Nurse is accountable for contributing to effective patient admissions through clinical assessment, coordination of care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Facilitate hospital admission process for incoming patients in collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and operational partners

Apply clinical nursing expertise to evaluate patient status upon admission and identify immediate care, safety, and support needs

Collect, validate, and communicate relevant clinical, historical, and treatment information to support continuity of care

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support appropriate patient placement, care progression, and throughput initiatives

Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of admission related information within the electronic medical record

Identify clinical risks, care priorities, and resource needs during the admission phase and escalate concerns as appropriate

Support patient centered care transitions by incorporating quality, safety, and efficiency considerations into admission workflows

Provide care in accordance with Cornerstone values in a culturally competent manner

Contribute to a safe clinical environment by recognizing and responding to changes in patient condition or urgent care needs

Participate in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving activities that support departmental operations and organizational objectives

Adapt to evolving clinical workflows, patient volumes, and organizational priorities related to admissions and care coordination

Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership