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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!
Worksite address
woodbury, CT, 06798, US
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