Job Information
BrightSpring Health Services LVN INTAKE COORDINATOR in SAN DIEGO, California
Our Company
Apreva Hospice
Overview
Be the First Step in Exceptional Care as a Hospice Intake Coordinator!
At Apreva, ourHospice Intake Coordinatorsplay a pivotal role in ensuring a seamless and compassionate transition for patients entering hospice care. As an Intake Coordinator, you will be the first point of contact, guiding patients and their families through the intake process—from the initial referral to admission. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary team to ensure that every patient receives the care and attention they deserve during their hospice journey.
If you’re passionate about providingcompassionate support, have a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join us and make ameaningful impactfrom the moment a patient and their family need it most.
Schedule:
Tuesday – Saturday | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Our Comprehensive Benefits Include:
Medical and dental coverage
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance
Generous paid time off
401(k) program with company match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Exclusive vendor discounts
Responsibilities
Coordinates all aspects of the patient intake process including establishing and maintaining positive relationships with customers and referral sources
Completes the intake process from initial referral contact to hospice admission
Ensures seamless transition of patients to hospice by providing direct oversight of patient education and preparation for home care, plan of care initiation, and coordination of care with multiple service providers
Utilizes clinical knowledge to triage incoming referrals to determine necessity of timely initiation of care to include need for same day admissions
Communicates directly with patients and families to ensure acceptance of services, responding to customer requests and concerns, and coordinating the insurance verification and authorization processes
May be called upon to resolve complex customer service issues or requests from patients, physicians, family members, or referral sources
Documents pertinent information regarding the patient’s demographics, medical condition, medications and treatments, and service being requested
Consults with physicians, nurses, discharge planners, and other health care professionals to facilitate a safe and smooth transition to hospice by coordinating services and equipment needs for clients prior to their admission
Uses clinical knowledge and knowledge of hospice criteria to anticipate patient needs and/or needs for orders for care
Effectively communicates hospice criteria to referral sources and serve as a resource for hospice criteria and alternatives to internal and external customers
Ensures face-to-face has been arranged if needed
Ensures compliance with all state and federal referral and intake regulatory requirements.
Reports problems of a clinical nature to the Director of Clinical Operations or Clinical Supervisor as appropriate
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with current and potential referral sources
Initiates initial and ongoing insurance authorization
Explains the Company’s policies, procedures, and programs to referral sources, patients and families
Follows through on requests for marketing information
Builds and monitors community and customer perceptions of the Company as a high quality provider of services
Provides leadership in strategic planning including identifying opportunities for additional or improved services to meet unmet customer needs
Maintains comprehensive working knowledge of the Company’s contractual relationships and ensure that patients are admitted according to contract provisions
Maintains comprehensive working knowledge of community resources and assist referral sources in accessing community resources should services not be provided by the Company
Qualifications
Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, with current and unencumbered appropriate state licensure
At least two years of healthcare experience preferably in hospice operations
Demonstrates a working knowledge of insurance reimbursement guidelines
About our Line of Business
At Apreva Hospice, we are committed to bringing the highest level of patient care to our patients and their families. We are able to do this by employing compassionate, skilled individuals who are committed to providing a true hospice experience for our patients. Our mission and purpose are to honor and promote dignity and quality of life for our patients and their loved ones. If you are seeking a hospice that will allow you to provide meaningful care, from day one, join our family of talented health care professionals. For more information about Apreva Hospice, please visitwww.aprevahospice.com. Follow us onLinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/apreva-hospice/) andFacebook (https://www.facebook.com/aprevahospice) .
Salary Range
USD $33.00 - $36.00 / Hour
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Job LocationsUS-CA-SAN DIEGO
ID 2025-158747
Line of Business Apreva Hospice
Position Type Full-Time
Pay Min USD $33.00/Hr.
Pay Max USD $36.00/Hr.