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Admissions Nurse (Registered Nurse/RN)

Life Care Center of East Ridge

Chattanooga, Tennessee

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Posted Aug 14, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 15, 2026

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***** $3000.00 SIGN ON BONUS *****: COME JOIN OUR LIFE CARE FAMILIY: Great Benefits for Full Time Associates Fun Hands on Training and Education Position Summary: The RN Admissions Nurse supervises, implements, coordinates, and manages patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements: * Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing) * Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment. * One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred * CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. Specific Job Requirements: * Expert knowledge in field of practice * Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action * Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility * Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department * Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation * Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. * Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information * Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures * Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions: * Provide hands on assessment care to patients during the admissions process * Effectively communicate assessment findings with physician * Knowledgeably and competently deliver quality nursing care to patients * Evaluate patients’ needs assessment and initiate care plans upon patient admission and readmission * Accurately receive, document, and transcribe physician orders * Communicate orders to others timely to ensure timely receipt of medications and order implementation * Chart appropriately and timely * Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients * Assist in the evacuation of patients * Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance * Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment * Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team * Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours * Read, write, speak, and understand the English language An Equal Opportunity Employer

Skills for this role

Patient Care

Requirements

  • Nursing policy compliance
  • Patient condition reporting
  • Patient treatment planning
  • CPR Certification
  • Nursing
  • Confidential information handling
  • Long-term care regulations
  • RN License

About the employer

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Life Care Center of East Ridge
Rehab Center

You would be walking into a post-acute rehab and skilled nursing center at 1502 McDonald Road in East Ridge, just outside Chattanooga. Life Care Center of East Ridge is part of Life Care Centers of America. RN work here spans…

4.6 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • $3000 sign-on bonus posted for full-time Admissions Nurse (RN) and Staff Development Coordinator (RN)
  • $1000 sign-on bonus posted for full-time RN Infection Preventionist
  • Shift differentials and on-call pay noted on postings

What reviewers flag

  • Staff RN reported very busy work with lots of overtime and mandatory breaks often missed
  • Management scored 3.0 on a small Indeed sample versus 4.3 for pay/benefits
  • Some local reviews describe drama, weak management presence, and workplace conflict
busypost-acutehands-on trainingfriendly coworkersovertime-heavyeducation-focused

Living in Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga sits along the Tennessee River, framed by the Appalachian foothills. The revitalized Southside district and Walnut Street Bridge give the city a walkable, outdoorsy feel. Nurses relocating here find mid-size affordability, a growing medical corridor, and easy weekend access to trails, rivers, and mountain overlooks.

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Metro price level · Chattanooga area
8% below the national average
BEA index 91.5 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,256/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$64,523/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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