Admissions Coordinator - Nursing Home jobs in Richmond, VA

We are seeking an Admission Coordinator to join our team. This person will be able to maintain a desired census and waiting list, communicate with the community, complete, and maintain admission records and documents, and work with referral agencies, organizations, and institutions.

The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Continuing Education: Attend in-service education within the facility.

Education: At least a high school diploma, two or more year of college preferred.

Experience: Health care, human services, public relations, social services.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:               

• Community resources and needs
• Ability to handle inquires and relate t  prospective residents.
• Awareness of facility services and cost structure.
• Knowledge of related services available throughout the facility
• Ability to handle confidential information and admission information.
•  Possess judgment capabilities,
• Ability to drive and conduct tours of the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Interview applicants for admission and acquire necessary information and documentation; complete required forms.
• Handle financial arrangements related to admission.
• Conduct tours of the facility and grounds for potential residents, families, community, and representative from placement agencies and organizations.
• Act as a liaison with discharge planners.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills.
•  Effective time management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
2. Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner.
3. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
4. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be met.
5. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with resident, personnel, and support agencies.
6. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
7. Must be able to relate and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile people within the facility

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.