Office Location: Huntsville, AL
Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 8am - 5pm
Hospice of North Alabama is seeking a licensed LPN or RN with strong clinical and communication skills to join our team as a Hospice Intake Coordinator in Huntsville, AL. This is a critical role that helps patients and families transition smoothly into hospice care by coordinating the intake and admission process from start to finish. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today!
How YOU will benefit
- Make a Real Impact - Help patients and families during one of the most important and sensitive times in their lives.
- Use Your Clinical Judgment - Apply your nursing expertise to assess eligibility, coordinate timely admissions, and advocate for patient needs.
- Stay Engaged - Stay involved in patient care coordination without the physical demands of bedside nursing.
- Sharpen Leadership Skills - Serve as a key liaison between families, referral sources, and the care team.
As an Intake Coordinator You will:
- Guide patients and families through the hospice intake and admission process with care and clarity.
- Review referrals and medical records to ensure patients meet hospice eligibility.
- Triage incoming referrals and coordinate urgent or same-day admissions when needed.
- Educate patients and families on hospice services, answering questions and easing concerns.
- Coordinate services, equipment, and care needs with our team and external providers.
- Verify insurance, obtain authorizations, and document all referral and patient information.
- Communicate with physicians, discharge planners, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Ensure all regulatory and compliance steps are followed throughout the intake process.
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource for hospice criteria and support referral sources with alternatives if needed.