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Constellation Health Service

LPN Intake Coordinator

Constellation Health Service, Syosset, New York, United States, 11791

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Job Details

Job Location SYOSSET, NY

Position Type Full Time

Salary Range $65000.00 - $73000.00 Salary

Travel Percentage Up to 25%

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The LPN Intake Coordinator functions under the direction of the Intake Manager/Director for the timely and accurate intake of the initial home care plan of treatment /care referral to the agency from referral sources in compliance with regulatory, quality, industry and Constellation standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Under the direction of the RN Director of Intake , the LPN Intake Coordinator screens, triages and processes requests for agency services inclusive of admission criteria, discipline and programs, utilizing and demonstrating solid understanding of home care criteria, and payment sources. Assesses the appropriateness of each referral according to Agency polices and procedures and in collaboration with the primary physician and referral sources. Utilizes all computerized referral source programs and reporting programs timely and effectively. Facilitates and ensures quality, coordinated and timely clinical services as the patient moves across the continuum of care. Oversees and assists with coordination of work flow processes as assigned. Identifies and communicates priority visit needs and potential high risk situations to the designated supervisor to facilitate timely and appropriate scheduling of professional and support staff and services. Ensures all pertinent data is accurate and complete utilizes all available information and resources to promote quality care and the achievement of patient goals and outcomes. Demonstrates knowledge of home care processes in all communications with referral sources. Works collaboratively with scheduling, billing and quality departments to ensure and facilitate the home care services are in compliance will all regulatory and agency guidelines. Communicates effectively with all internal and external contacts utilizing excellence in customer service skills. May attend appropriate agency and community meetings as assigned and directed. Will perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS Must be a graduate of an accredited LPN program. Current LPN license and maintenance of license in the State of New York. Minimum of 2 years clinical nursing experience, home care experience preferred. Excellent communication, interpersonal, computer and customer service skills.