Intake Coordinator-RN LHTC

Job Description

Job Description

Intake Coordinator-RN (LHTC)

Full Time

Rochester, NY, US

Requisition ID : 1609

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Salary Range : $ 30.00 To $38.30 (USD) Hourly

Intake Coordinator-RN

SUPERVISORY POSITION

JOB TITLE : Intake Coordinator- RN / Evening

DEPARTMENT / PROGRAM : Medical Services

SUPERVISOR : Nurse Manager / Health Coordinator

PAY GRADE : 82

FLSA STATUS : NON EXEMPT

JOB SUMMARY :

Under the general direction of the Nurse Manager, the Intake Coordinator-RN is a Registered Nurse who will assist in supervising Clinical Aides (as needed in absence of Lead Clinical Aide). In addition to supervision, the Intake Coordinator-RN will manage and direct the intake and admissions process during primarily evening hours. The Intake Coordinator-RN medically and psychiatrically triages and admits new clients who are appropriate for a medically supervised withdrawal detox or inpatient rehab bed. The Intake Coordinator-RN works with all disciplines to promote positive medical outcomes. The Intake Coordinator-RN will demonstrate and be accountable to the Agencies Mission, Vision, Values, Guiding Principles and Strategic Plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Exercises full compliance with the Agency’s Code of Conduct, all Agency Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality and security for all client and staff related materials and / or records.
• Is responsible assisting in the supervision of the clinical aide team.
• Oversees the intake process working with the health coordinator, providers, director of LHTC and administrative team, including billing and utilization review.
• Triages potential admissions and when needed assists in providing alternative appropriate referrals.
• Conducts client admissions meeting regulatory requirements.
• Trains and guides other nurses in the admission process.
• Participates in the on-call rotation to cover nursing needs.
• The Intake Coordinator-RN may stand in for the nurse manager / Lead RN when they are not available to ensure the continued operation of the nursing department.
• The position will share on call duties with Nurse Manager and Senior Director of Nursing and Inpatient Services
• Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager / Health Coordinator, the Intake Coordinator-RN may be additionally responsible for the monitoring, treatment and safety of individuals aged 16 receiving medically supervised treatment for substance use withdrawal.
• Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess the condition of patient, and / or monitors unlicensed staff in obtaining vital signs as directed.
• Accurately transcribes provider orders in accordance with written policy.
• Communicates with pharmacy staff to obtain medications, conducting prior authorizations as needed to ensure continued care.
• Assesses acute symptoms of withdrawal, psychiatric status, and / or medical needs. Accurately documents assessments, and effectively communicates nursing assessments to the interdisciplinary treatment team including medical and psychiatric providers.
• Obtains a full nursing assessment and history, accurately documenting findings and communicating acute needs to the treatment team.
• Assists in the behavioral management of patients which include verbal redirection and active listening. Functions as a role model to reinforce the development of adaptive behaviors.
• Implements crisis management techniques to de-escalate clients.
• Utilizes compassionate therapeutic intervention to assist patients in regaining or improving coping skills.
• Provides appropriate level of patient education to improve client’s, and their families, level of understanding regarding illness, treatment, patient rights and responsibilities, and the acquisition of adaptive coping behaviors.
• Provides special attention / monitoring of those patients at risk for suicidal behaviors or leaving against medical advice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

POSITION SPECIFICS : Skills :

CPR / First Aid, BLS Certified

Narcan training a plus

Physical Demands :

Kneeling : Squatting is required when operating medical equipment and performing aspects of patient care, such as CPR

COMPETENCIES : Leading Self

Do the right thing, because it is the right thing, even when no one is looking. Truth to Power.

Build positive relationships through communication and collaborative problem solving.

Believe in the dignity and humanity of all people to reach their full potential.

Leading Others

Develop and monitor processes and organize resources to achieve desired results.

Continually develop self and others capabilities to attain the highest level of performance possible.

Make difficult decisions, own those decisions, and have difficult conversations, all in the best interest of the agency.

Salary : $30 - $38