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Intake Coordinator - LVN / LPN

Albuquerque, NM (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3812+Academy+Pkwy+N+NE+Albuquerque+NM+USA+87109)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Hospice de la luz / Jet Health, Inc.is seeking a full timeLicensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurseto join our team as anIntake Coordinatorin ourAlbuquerque, NMhospice office.

The Intake Coordinator will be responsible for thetimely coordination of the referral processincluding thereview/response/coordination of carefor patients referred to Hospice de la luz.

Requirements

+ Coordinating the referral process for patients referred to Hospice de la luz.

+ Monitoring, reviewing, and responding to patient referrals.

+ Developing referral relationships within the community.

+ Interacting with facility representatives, discharge planners, and other agencies to facilitate care initiation.

+ Conducting reverse marketing in coordination with the Business Development Leader.

Qualifications:

+ Education: High School graduate or equivalent, with preference for graduates of accredited vocational/practical nursing schools.

+ Licensure: Current state license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse or a multi-state license under the National Nurse Licensure Compact.

+ Experience: One year of experience as an LVN/LPN, with hospice experience preferred.

+ Skills: Compassionate nature, ability to work independently, good communication, reliability, and organizational skills.

Essential Functions:

+ Compiling patient information from referral sources.

+ Entering referrals into Homecare Homebase.

+ Coordinating care with nursing supervisors and the interdisciplinary team.

+ Providing effective communication to patients, staff, and other healthcare professionals.

+ Serving as the first line of customer service.

+ Maintaining accurate records on referral sources and patient status.

+ Performing reverse marketing to reinforce messaging.

+ Meeting assigned key performance indicators (KPIs).

+ Coordinating with other departments for insurance verification and authorization.

+ Participating in department in-service trainings and QAPI program.

Job Requirements:

+ Compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory mandates.

+ Proficiency with electronic medical records systems.

+ Reliable internet service for home office setup.

+ Attendance at required meetings and in-services.

+ Protection of confidential information.

+ Positive internal and external customer service relationships.

+ Effective planning, organization, and productivity.

Benefits:

+ Medical / Dental / Vision

+ Short / Long Term Disability

+ Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance

+ 401k

+ Paid holidays

+ Paid time off

+ Company paid life Insurance

+ Mileage reimbursement

+ Competitive compensation

Salary Description

$22.00 - $28.00