Home Health- Intake Nurse LPN
Yale New Haven Health | |
United States, Connecticut, Guilford | |
Sep 20, 2024 | |
Job Description
Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Under the direction of the Manager of Clinical Operations and Director, Home Care Services, the intake nurse receives patient referral information from physicians, acute care settings, sub acute, intermediate care, and other sources. Ensures appropriateness for home care services. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities
Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited licensed practical nurse program EXPERIENCE Minimum of three years in nursing. Home health care experience desirable. Knowledge of insurances, managed care, PDGM, and home care eligibility requirements. LICENSURE License Practical Nurse with valid (or eligible) Connecticut license required. SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent written and verbal skills. Ability to effectively work with outside personnel from various healthcare settings as well as internal staff from all disciplines. Ability to learn quickly, use critical thinking skills, and multi-task. PHYSICAL DEMAND Ability to sit for extended periods of time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. YNHHS Requisition ID 131916 |