Intake Registered Nurse - No Weekends or Nights!

Impact Home Health•Wichita, KS

6d•$33 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Intake Registered Nurse (RN) conducts initial assessments to determine whether the company can meet a potential client’s personal care needs, including ADL and IADL support within the scope of HCBS. The Intake RN serves as the primary liaison among patients, families, care coordinators, and internal departments to support a smooth, timely start of service. This role collaborates with the Intake Manager to ensure new patients are clinically ready, receive continuous care, and meet regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Nursing required
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the Kansas State Board of Nursing.
Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Professional leadership and clinical decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Five (5) years of RN experience preferred.
Home health or community-based care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Intake Coordinator to support timely and efficient patient admissions.
Assist in reviewing referral information for clinical appropriateness and service needs.
Support the collection and verification of required clinical documentation, including physician orders as directed.
Communicate with patients, families, and referral sources as needed to facilitate the intake process.
Provide clinical input to assist in determining patient care needs and service planning.
Coordinate with internal staff to support timely scheduling and initiation of services.
Ensure all intake-related documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with agency policies and state regulations.
Identify and communicate any clinical concerns or barriers to admission to the Intake Coordinator and/or leadership.
Adhere to all agency policies, procedures, and Kansas state regulations.
Ensure implementation of patient rights and responsibilities.
Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Complete required documentation accurately and within required time frames.
Provide initial patient assessments and evaluations, completing visits and documentation within 48 hours of assignment.
Educate patients and families on proper home health care strategies and procedures according to plan of care and HCBS regulations.