Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Care (Full-time)

Admissions Nurse

An established, mission-driven senior living and healthcare organization in Connecticut is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Admissions Nurse (RN) to oversee and streamline clinical intake for incoming residents. Specializing in evening admissions (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM), this role coordinates directly with hospital discharge planners, attending physicians, facility leadership, and families to ensure safe, seamless transitions into the center. By focusing specifically on incoming clinical assessments, medication reconciliation, and initial electronic chart setups, you enable floor staff to focus on direct resident care while setting a high standard of clinical excellence from day one. Lead clinical intake and onboarding procedures for all incoming admissions during the evening shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM) Conduct initial nursing assessments, skin evaluations, and comprehensive admission documentation upon resident arrival Reconcile hospital discharge summaries, attending physician orders, and pharmacy profiles to ensure immediate medication continuity Partner closely with hospital discharge planners, interdisciplinary care teams, and resident families to prepare room setups and specialized clinical equipment Initiate preliminary individualized care plans and communicate critical resident needs to on-duty nursing supervisors Orient new residents and families to facility policies, care team structures, and clinical routines to ease transition anxiety Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Connecticut Clinical Experience: Minimum of 1 to 2 years of nursing experience within a skilled nursing facility (SNF), long-term care (LTC), or sub-acute rehabilitation environment preferred Prior experience handling admissions, hospital discharge coordination, or unit management/desk nursing is highly desirable Hands-on experience with Electronic Medical Record systems (e.g., Communication: Exceptional organizational, clinical prioritization, and interpersonal skills to build trust quickly with families and hospital representativesMedical, dental & insurance benefits~403(b) retirement plan with Traditional and Roth options. Additional 1% retirement match may be available based on eligibility~ Paid Time Off (PTO) – includes vacation, personal & sick time, with accrual based on length of service~6 paid holidays~ Tuition/course reimbursement – up to $4,000 annually for full-time employees, subject to approval~ Weekly pay~ Employee well-being & support resources Note on Hiring Requirements: All job offers are strictly contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment background checks, Connecticut state nursing license verifications, health clearances, and drug screenings. Note on Employment Status: The position outlined above represents a full-time, direct-hire clinical nursing position. If you are an experienced RN looking for a dedicated evening admissions role in Connecticut, we would love to connect with you!