<p>Summary: The RN, Intake (Home Care) position is responsible for performing the new patient intake procedures. Responsible for identifying appropriate candidates for home care services. Evaluates patients referred for treatment to determine appropriateness for admission. Responsible for obtaining initial insurance verification and benefit details for new referrals. Completes all relevant clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness to meet JCAHO and Medicare standards. Education: Graduate of an accredited R.N. school of nursing. Licensure: Current RN licensure in the States of Rhode Island. Experience: One to two years of Medical Surgical nursing in an acute care facility. Prefer one to two years of community health experience in a certified home health care agency. Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements: Requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. Involves intermittent sitting, standing, and walking. Involves working with frequent interruptions and multiple telephone communications. Required to conduct self in tactful, diplomatic manner. Meets all safety requirements associated with the facility. Required to use eyes, hands, fingers with skill in completing all necessary paperwork. Required to work the hours for which business requires including weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage as established by the Home Care Department. Nurses must meet annual safety training requirements per policy.</p> <p>Summary: The RN, Intake (Home Care) position is responsible for performing the new patient intake procedures. Responsible for identifying appropriate candidates for home care services. Evaluates patients referred for treatment to determine appropriateness for admission. Responsible for obtaining initial insurance verification and benefit details for new referrals. Completes all relevant clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness to meet JCAHO and Medicare standards.</p> <p>Education: Graduate of an accredited R.N. school of nursing.</p> <p>Licensure: Current RN licensure in the States of Rhode Island.</p> <p>Experience: One to two years of Medical Surgical nursing in an acute care facility. Prefer one to two years of community health experience in a certified home health care agency.</p> <p>Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements: Requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. Involves intermittent sitting, standing, and walking. Involves working with frequent interruptions and multiple telephone communications. Required to conduct self in tactful, diplomatic manner. Meets all safety requirements associated with the facility. Required to use eyes, hands, fingers with skill in completing all necessary paperwork. Required to work the hours for which business requires including weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage as established by the Home Care Department. Nurses must meet annual safety training requirements per policy.</p>