Midlands Health and Rehabilitation Center

Admission and Quality Nurse Specialist

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Columbia, SC, USA

In-Office

35-40 Hourly

Entry level

Healthtech

The Role

Manages patient admissions, clinical evaluations, recertifications, baseline care plans, and resident orientation in a long-term care facility. Coordinates Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities, prepares quality reports, supports staff education, ensures regulatory compliance, and participates in clinical meetings. Provides clinical coverage and weekend manager-on-duty support as needed.

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Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Administrator, the Admission and Quality Nurse Specialist is responsible for managing the clinical evaluation, admission, and recertification processes for patients and residents of the facility, while coordinating and performing quality assurance and performance improvement activities. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and accrediting body regulations, including Medicare/Medicaid standards, and supports the facility’s commitment to quality of life and care, and operational excellence.

Posted Salary RangeUSD $35.00 - USD $40.00 /Hr. Wage CommensurationThe wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Duties & Responsibilities

Assists the Administrator and Director of Nursing with the coordination of the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee meetings and activities.

Assist with the development and implementation of the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Plan and provide support and training of facility staff in QAPI activities.

Participate in the annual review of the QAPI Plan and make recommendations for improvements to Facility Leadership.

Actively participate in and contribute to the development of the annual Facility Assessment by incorporating key quality metrics and areas of focus for additional education or competency.

Prepare QAPI reports for Facility Leadership, which are subsequently shared with ombudsman, Family Council and Resident Council and other stakeholders, as appropriate.

Maintain records and minutes of Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee.

Assists with education and orientation for new employees regarding QAPI

Reviews admission referral documents prior to facility admission to evaluate specific needs, history and physical, physician orders. Discusses findings with Director of Nursing. If appropriate and necessary, work with Central Supply to order any special equipment and supplies needed.

Communicates with sending facility to receive handoff report from sending facility. Coordinates and communicates admission activities with facility leadership and the interdisciplinary team.

Upon admission, meets with the resident and family to welcome and provide an initial orientation to the facility. Completes the initial Nursing Observation/Assessment, baseline care plan, and other required steps to complete the admission process.

Post-admission ensures the baseline care plan is accurate and complete.

Attends and participates in Stand-up and Stand-down, Clinical Morning Meeting, QAPI, and other clinical meetings to provide clinical updates, with data and recommendations from the perspective of quality assurance.

Willing and able to assist with clinical coverage and call to meet the needs of resident and patients, with the nursing leadership.

Is familiar with applicable state and federal regulations and facility policies and procedures.

Will participate in Manager On Duty weekend assignments as scheduled.

Qualifications & Requirements

Skilled communicator, director and motivator
Able to organize and prioritize many tasks effectively
RN or LPN/LVN, RN license in state of practice
Minimum 6 months long-term care experience unless a combination of experience and training are deemed sufficient for successfully functioning at the prescribed level
Demonstrated knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and Insurance required
Reliable transportation required

Benefits

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
401(k)
Paid Time Off Plan
New Pet Insurance Discount available
DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
In-facility education programs and more!

EOE Statement

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

Skills Required

RN or LPN/LVN license in the state of practice
Minimum 6 months of long-term care experience, unless equivalent experience and training are deemed sufficient
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance
Reliable transportation
Strong communication, direction, and motivational skills
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks effectively

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The Company

2,500 Employees

Year Founded: 2003

What We Do

Midlands Health and Rehabilitation Center is a Columbia, South Carolina skilled-nursing and rehabilitation facility serving people recovering from injury or illness as well as those needing long-term care. It provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy, personalized care plans, and compassionate, dignified support for residents and families. Its stated mission is to provide a professional and honest approach to health care.