MUST BE A LICENSED LPN OR RN*

Works under the supervision of the Director of Admissions. Coordinates all admission related activities. Controls the patient flow, from reservation to and through admission. Performs such other duties as may be required by the Department Director.
1. Schedules and conducts patient/resident (or family representative) interviews. Appropriately completes all admission forms.

1. Assigns, with coordinators confirmation, bed reservations for incoming patients/residents. Tours prospective customers and conducts assessment interviews.

• Provides customer service to all departments interacting with and related to the admission process.

1. Prior to admission, the incumbent secures required signatures on documents; explains hospital regulations and policies; verifies insurance coverage; provides the Medical Record’s office with all necessary paperwork; and obtains a Medical Records Number. Verifies receipt of required paperwork, and arranges for the receipt of missing paperwork. Types and distributes care plan for newly admitted Nursing Facility residents.

2. Prepares and distributes an admissions packet to all appropriate parties within the hospital.

3. Provides information concerning facility services via telephone, mailing of literature, and Hospital tours to prospective patients, and/or representatives, as required.

• Maintains accurate records on LTH admissions, inquiries, discharges, and transfers.
• Maintains daily census reports and updates Bed Board.
• Maintains daily communication with VRC concerning all pending admissions and other referral information.
• experience of 2 or more years in medical billing/customer service or related field.
• EXPERIENCE: Previous computer experience, particularly with the use of Microsoft Office software is required.
• VA State-issued (current and unencumbered) license to practice as a RN or Practical Nurse.

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