Admissions Coordinator, Exempt

Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital

Who We Are:

Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 57-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness.

Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.

We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF-accredited for our Stroke Specialty program.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

• Competitive Paid Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

• Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses

• Free Parking

• And much more

Job Summary
The Admission Coordinator screens admissions, collaborates with other departments and facilities, manages waitlist, fields questions and completes preadmission paperwork and requirements. The Admission Coordinator assists in the coordination all aspects of MDS and RAI processes by supporting the MDS Coordinator and Social Worker. Investigates, assesses, and initiates interventions to help Elder's cope with social, emotional, economic, and environmental challenges associated with living in a LTC facility.

Reports to: Nursing Home Administrator

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Associate's Degree required
Bachelor's Degree preferred

Required Licenses: RN license required

Other Certifications: BLS required

Required Skills
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external

Essential Functions
Interviews and assesses Elders and/or Elder's family, caregivers, and/or legal representatives.
Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions.
Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient's treatment plan.
Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP.
Ensures each Elder is encouraged to reach his/her maximum functional ability and helps maintain these abilities.
Committed to the development of the staff, Elders, and families as collaborative team members. Teamwork is a prime responsibility for each individual.
Participate in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement.
Determine potential expense associated with a potential admission.
Review all applications for admission, maintain waitlist, screen referrals, act as a resource to the community.
Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS for all residents.
Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicate changes in regulations.
Maintain current working knowledge of MDS changes and most updated RAI manual.
Attends and participates in weekly IDT and QAPI meetings.
Actively involved in Family Care Conferences.
Works closely with Facility MDS Coordinator and Social Worker.

EEOC:

Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.