RN Pre-Admission Screener Job Opening

Current Arkansas Nursing Licensure Required

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Current licensure in the State of Arkansas. Proficient oral and written communication skills.

2. Training and Experience: Minimum of two years clinical experience as an RN in a Medical/Surgical Unit and 2-5 years clinical experience as an RN in a Rehabilitation Unit. Demonstrates leadership abilities and has strong communication skills.

3. Job Knowledge: Ability to assess the patient's medical and functional status, assess the risk for clinical and rehabilitation complications, and assess other aspects of the patient's condition both medically and functionally.

DESCRIPTION:

Must meet the minimal requirements of the RN job description. Facilitates the day to day operation of the referrals under the direction of the Clinical Director. Notifies the referral source in a timely manner that the referral was received. Acknowledges all the referrals with a commitment that states when the patient will be evaluated. Talks to the patient, the patient's family, and the referral source face-to-face if possible. Educates the patient and family regarding IRF Services including:

• What they can expect
• How does it differ from other choices
• explain the various types of "rehab" offered in the community
• What are the rights and responsibilities of the patient/family
• Right to participate in the rehab discharge decision
• Participation in therapy
• Rehabilitation nursing carryover of activities

• What are the goals of inpatient rehab program