RN - Referral Intake Nurse (Per Diem) in Kirkland, Washington at EvergreenHealth
NewSalary: $48.21 - $87.11/hrIndustry: Healthcare / Health ServicesJob Function: Medical
EvergreenHealth
Kirkland, Washington, 98034, United States
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Position Title: RN - Referral Intake Nurse (Per Diem)
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Job Summary:
The Referral Intake Nurse is responsible for the initiation, screening and triage of all Home Health and/or Hospice referrals. This position is responsible for maintaining relationships with referral sources and insurance companies. Additionally, the Referral Intake Nurse is responsible for the education of referral sources as to types of patients served and eligibility requirements for service. This position is responsible for oversight/ review of all referrals taken by Intake Support Specialist (ISS).
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Wage Range: $48.21 - $87.11 per hour
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All candidates must live in WA state to be considered for role.
Job Summary:
The Referral Intake Nurse is responsible for the initiation, screening and triage of all Home Health and/or Hospice referrals. This position is responsible for maintaining relationships with referral sources and insurance companies. Additionally, the Referral Intake Nurse is responsible for the education of referral sources as to types of patients served and eligibility requirements for service. This position is responsible for oversight/ review of all referrals taken by Intake Support Specialist (ISS).
Primary Duties:
- Receives and documents Home Health and/or Hospice, Palliative Care referrals called or faxed to the department from all outside sources, including hospitals, clinics, other facilities or families.
- Assesses clinical needs of patients interpreting and utilizing data obtained from referral sources and medical records as available.
- Determines patient eligibility for Home Health and/or Hospice, Palliative Care services as measured against program criteria.
- Verifies skilled care orders with physicians as needed, obtains history and physical from physician as needed.
- Obtains insurance information from referral source and forwards information to Business Office insurance verifier. Obtains insurance authorization for initial visits when appropriate and required by insurer
License, Certification, Education, or Experience:
REQUIRED for the position:
- Current State of Washington professional nursing license.
- Current BLS Healthcare Provider certification by date of hire.
- 2 years of Home Health, Hospice or other Home Care experience.
- Must have prior marketing, sales and/or community outreach experience.
- Current Washington State Drivers license and proof of insurability, if the position requires regular driving.
- Must have working knowledge of Medicare COP, JC Standard
- Must be familiar with Third party insurance and Medicare HMOs.
DESIRED for the position:
- Master's degree in nursing
Benefit Information:
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At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer the following benefits and resources for our per diem staff to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
- Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
- Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
- Free parking
- Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA). Union membership is optional.
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Job Location
Kirkland, Washington, 98034, United States
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