About this opportunity
Zaddy Solutions lists this Admissions Nurse opportunity in woodbury, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Admissions Nurse
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Direct Hire | On-Site
Schedule: Evening Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Monday – Friday)
An established, mission-driven senior living and healthcare organization in Connecticut is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Admissions Nurse (RN) to oversee and streamline clinical intake for incoming residents.
Specializing in evening admissions (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM), this role coordinates directly with hospital discharge planners, attending physicians, facility leadership, and families to ensure safe, seamless transitions into the center. By focusing specifically on incoming clinical assessments, medication reconciliation, and initial electronic chart setups, you enable floor staff to focus on direct resident care while setting a high standard of clinical excellence from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Lead clinical intake and onboarding procedures for all incoming admissions during the evening shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Conduct initial nursing assessments, skin evaluations, and comprehensive admission documentation upon resident arrival
Reconcile hospital discharge summaries, attending physician orders, and pharmacy profiles to ensure immediate medication continuity
Partner closely with hospital discharge planners, interdisciplinary care teams, and resident families to prepare room setups and specialized clinical equipment
Initiate preliminary individualized care plans and communicate critical resident needs to on-duty nursing supervisors
Orient new residents and families to facility policies, care team structures, and clinical routines to ease transition anxiety
Qualifications
Licensure: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Connecticut
Clinical Experience: Minimum of 1 to 2 years of nursing experience within a skilled nursing facility (SNF), long-term care (LTC), or sub-acute rehabilitation environment preferred
Admissions Capability: Prior experience handling admissions, hospital discharge coordination, or unit management/desk nursing is highly desirable
EMR Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Electronic Medical Record systems (e.g., PointClickCare) for accurate, rapid chart initiation
Communication: Exceptional organizational, clinical prioritization, and interpersonal skills to build trust quickly with families and hospital representatives
Benefits
Medical, dental & insurance benefits
403(b) retirement plan with Traditional and Roth options. 100% employer match up to 2% of contributions. Additional 1% retirement match may be available based on eligibility
Paid Time Off (PTO) – includes vacation, personal & sick time, with accrual based on length of service
6 paid holidays
Connecticut Paid Sick Leave – accrues at 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year
Tuition/course reimbursement – up to $4,000 annually for full-time employees, subject to approval
Weekly pay
Employee well-being & support resources
Note on Compensation
Final compensation will be determined during the interview process based on license type, depth of clinical experience, and leadership background.
Note on Hiring Requirements
All job offers are strictly contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment background checks, Connecticut state nursing license verifications, health clearances, and drug screenings.
Note on Employment Status
The position outlined above represents a full-time, direct-hire clinical nursing position.
If you are an experienced RN looking for a dedicated evening admissions role in Connecticut, we would love to connect with you!
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Worksite address
woodbury, CT, 06798, US
Who can apply
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