Admissions Nurse, RN - LTC

Admissions Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care

Location: Brantwood Nursing and Rehab, Oxford NC

Our Mission, Vision, and Values

At Granville Health System, we believe compassionate care changes lives. Every patient we serve is more than a chart or diagnosis – they are a person with a story, a family, and a future. Our mission is to promote well-being, accelerate healing, and inspire hope. We value excellence, teamwork, respect, integrity, stewardship, and accountability. We are proud to create an environment where nurses feel supported, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

The Impact You Will Make

As the Admission Nurse, you will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating the admission process for residents entering Brantwood Nursing and Rehabilitation. This position ensures all clinical, regulatory, and administrative requirements are completed accurately and timely while providing a positive transition for residents and their families. The Admission Nurse performs nursing assessments, develops initial care plans, coordinates with interdisciplinary team members, and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and facility regulations.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate and manage all resident admissions, readmissions, and transfers. Complete admission assessments, nursing evaluations, and required documentation upon the resident's arrival. Verify physician orders, medications, treatments, and diagnoses prior to or upon admission. Ensure all required admission paperwork is completed accurately and filed according to facility policy. Obtain and document the resident's medical history, allergies, advanced directives, and current health status.
• Develop and implement initial nursing care plans based on assessment findings. Communicate resident needs, physician orders, and care requirements to nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members. Coordinate services with physicians, hospitals, rehabilitation providers, pharmacies, and other healthcare professionals. Monitor newly admitted residents for changes in condition and ensure continuity of care. Assist residents and families with orientation to the facility and available services.
• Maintain compliance with federal and North Carolina long-term care regulations. Ensure accurate and timely completion of all documentation related to admissions and resident care. Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies. Participate in surveys, audits, and quality assurance activities as required.
• Provide compassionate support and education to residents and family members. Communicate effectively with facility leadership regarding admission status, clinical concerns, and census updates.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and ongoing evaluations of newly admitted residents and any additional assessments needed for Minimum Data Set (MDS) purposes. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, when required. Identify changes in the resident's condition and notify the physician and responsible parties as appropriate. Participate in infection control, risk management, and quality improvement initiatives.

What You Will Bring

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience required.
• Long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or admissions experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care regulations preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with residents, families, physicians, and referral sources.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional standards.

Why You Will Love It Here

• Shift Differentials from $4 – $10 per hour.
• Flexible scheduling with weekend hours to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision coverage with various supplemental benefits.
• Paid time off and NC Local Government Pension Plan (5-year vesting period).
• Supportive leadership and a culture that values your voice and ideas.
• Opportunities for ongoing training, certification reimbursement, and career advancement.

Granville Health System is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join Us: If you are ready to bring your skills, heart, and dedication to a team that truly values you, we would love to meet you. Apply today at www.ghshospital.org/careers .