Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Intake Nurse – RN (MLTC)
Location: Bronx, NY (Field-Based)
Job Type: Full-Time/Permanent
Compensation: $100,000 – $135,000 annually
Language: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin or Cantonese
Work Environment / Travel Requirements:
This is a field-based role requiring regular travel to patient homes and community settings
Candidates will be assigned to a designated territory (e.g., one borough/region)
Travel within the assigned territory is required for the majority of the workday (50%+ travel)
Must reside within or near the assigned territor
Job Summary:
The Intake Nurse - RN is responsible for assessing potential new members for eligibility for the program and for explaining the program to them and their families. Responsible for knowing required outreach activities within the community and the assessment of eligibility and safety of potential members. Collaborates with other members of the Intake/Outreach team and the clinical team to assure the appropriate provision of services to new members. Communicates with potential members, family, referral sources and physicians to assure a seamless transition to managed long term care.
Essential Functions:
Conducts outreach in the community as needed.
Performs the initial assessment using the UAS (Uniform Assessment System) tool.
Evaluates potential members for eligibility and safety.
Determines the care needs of potential members and formulates the initial plan of care.
Communicates with the clinical team to ensure seamless delivery of service.
Completes all enrollment documentation in a timely manner.
Serves as a community resource for intake issues.
Demonstrates the ability to integrate age specific requirements with individual developmental, mental, social and cultural needs when performing procedures for geriatric members.
Perform any other job-related duties as requested.
Education and Experience:
Associates degree in Nursing required
Bachelor's degree preferred
One (1) year experience working in an acute care setting required
Home care and management experience preferred
Managed Long Term Care experience preferred
Competencies, Knowledge and Skills:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions
Ability to speak effectively before groups or customers or employees of organization
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Demonstrates the ability to utilize the equipment necessary to perform their job duties
Convey a positive attitude by being friendly, kind and interested in helping others
Create a home-like, healing environment by being courteous and respectful to all
Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations
Experience using multiple languages may be required based on operational needs
Licensure and Certification:
Current Registered Nurse license in the state of New York required
Must have valid driver's license, vehicle and verifiable insurance. Employment in this position is conditional pending successful clearance of a driver’s license record check. If the driver’s license record results are unacceptable, the offer will be withdrawn or, if employee has started employment in position, employment in this position will be terminated
Working Conditions:
This is a mobile position, meaning that regular travel to different work locations, including homes, offices or other public settings, is essential.
Will be exposed to weather conditions typical of the location and may be required to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
Must reside in the same territory they are assigned to work in; exceptions may be considered, due to business need
May be required to travel greater than 50% of time to perform work duties.
Required to use general office equipment, such as a telephone, photocopier, fax machine, and computer
Flexible hours, including possible evenings and/or weekends as needed to serve the needs of our members
Routine travel required
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If you are an RN with MLTC and UAS experience looking for a rewarding field-based opportunity, apply today to learn more.
Company Description“Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors”
Company Description
“Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors”