Lpn Admissions Coordinator

Position: LPN Admissions Coordinator

Duties/Responsibilities:
- Respond to requests for medical record information by insurance companies, such as, Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans Administration (VA) or healthcare providers as authorized and in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy and security requirements.

- Open, close, and ensure the proper completion, assembly, coding, signature, etc. for electronic health records (EHR).

- Assist in interviewing residents/guardians/sponsors and obtaining required admission information and signatures/

- Collaborate with internal and external sources to solve admission problems as needed in accordance with facility policies.

- Collect, assemble and review admission documentation for accuracy and completion. Coordinate the pre-admission screening and approval process in accordance with facility policies and established best practices.

- Forward completed medical records to the health information/medical records department as appropriate.

- Maintain a current resident census; provide the census report to the Director of Nursing, Administrator and government personnel as necessary and in accordance with privacy rules. Maintain a resident waiting list in accordance with established facility policies and procedures and as required by state/federal regulatory requirements.

- Maintain various registries including registries for admissions and discharges of residents as directed. Notify nursing services of when the resident has arrived at the facility to assure that a team member of the nursing staff escorts the resident to his/her assigned room.

- Obtain the resident's assigned room number as well as signature on all necessary admission papers, permits, releases, etc.

- Review/explain to the resident and/or representative room rates, billing procedures, visitor/guest privileges, restrictions, resident care procedures, etc.

Education and Experience:
- Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at minimum

- Must possess, as a minimum, an associates degree or equivalent experience in a healthcare facility

- Must possess healthcare marketing experience

- Must be proficient in word processing, email and spreadsheet applications

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan

Work Location: On-site

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics

Physical Setting:

• Long term care

Experience:

• Healthcare Marketing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Franklinton, LA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person