RN Intake Resource Nurse - Home Health Care

Location Meredith, NH, and surrounding areas Employment Type Full-time, On Site Referral Reward Who do you know? About Us Lakes Region VNA and Hospice, recognized as the Best of the Lakes Region for Visiting Nurses in 2021‑2025 with a 5‑star rating, is an employer you can be proud of. Join our award‑winning team and make a significant impact in our community. Why Work with Us? Supportive Environment: Work in a friendly setting where you get to know your patients and their families. Community Focused: For over 100 years, we have provided exceptional care to our neighbors throughout the NH lakes region. Competitive Wages & Comprehensive Benefits: Including over 3 weeks PTO for full‑time employees, 401K with 4% match, generous tuition reimbursement, and affordable health insurance. Position Summary The RN Intake Resource Nurse serves as a key point of contact for new patient admissions and ensures a seamless transition for individuals receiving home health care services. This role supports clinical operations by managing workflows and ensuring timely communication across the interdisciplinary team. The Resource Nurse is responsible for medication reconciliation, care plan entry, triage support, responding to supply‑related clinical requests, and training new staff on clinical supply processes. This role promotes high‑quality, compliant, and patient‑centered care through strong clinical judgment and effective coordination. Key Responsibilities Patient Intake and Assessment: Conduct initial referral assessments and review medical records to identify specific care needs. Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to evaluate care requirements and establish patient care plans. Coordination and Communication: Ensure compliance with company policies, state and federal regulations, and patient confidentiality requirements. Review all patient discharges to complete medication reconciliation, care plan updates, and order entry. Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and submitted on time. Contact providers for Timely Initiation of Care (TIOC) orders and diagnosis changes when needed. Manage requests for multidisciplinary verbal orders, ensuring accuracy, and timely follow‑through. Call providers to obtain new discipline orders to support staff and patient care needs. Answer triage calls, gather clinical information, and complete documentation promptly and accurately. Perform as needed nursing visits. Quality Control and Documentation: Manage incoming orders by maintaining and processing order entry, including orders received via fax and phone. Reply to requisitions for additional clinical information related to patient supplies, ensuring timely and accurate responses. Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team: Work closely with case managers, registered nurses (RNs), therapists, and physicians to ensure the initiation of patient care plans. Participate in team meetings to discuss patient care and progress, and adjust plans as needed, which includes nurse staff meetings and weekly IDG. Support flu clinic operations alongside the Home Care Manager, including preparation, coordination, and clinical participation. Qualifications Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in NH. Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in home health care or a clinical setting preferred. Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and other healthcare management software. Knowledge of home health care regulations and compliance standards. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development opportunities. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Referral Rewards Anyone who refers a successful hire is eligible to receive a referral reward if the referred employee stays employed for at least 90 days as a full‑time or part‑time position with LRVNA. Please email View email address on click.appcast.io with your referral’s contact information. Apply Now If you are a passionate RN looking to make a difference in a supportive and community‑focused environment, visit or Indeed to submit your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr