Intake Coordinator-RN LHTC/ Evenings

Intake Coordinator-RN (LHTC)

Full Time

Rochester, NY, US

Requisition ID: 1609

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Salary Range: $30.00 To $38.30 (USD) Hourly

Intake Coordinator-RN

SUPERVISORY POSITION

JOB TITLE: Intake Coordinator- RN/ Evening

DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: Medical Services

SUPERVISOR: Nurse Manager/Health Coordinator

PAY GRADE: 82

FLSA STATUS: NON EXEMPT

JOB SUMMARY:  

Under the general direction of the Nurse Manager, the Intake Coordinator-RN is a Registered Nurse who will assist in supervising Clinical Aides (as needed in absence of Lead Clinical Aide). In addition to supervision, the Intake Coordinator-RN will manage and direct the intake and admissions process during primarily evening hours. The Intake Coordinator-RN medically and psychiatrically triages and admits new clients who are appropriate for a medically supervised withdrawal detox or inpatient rehab bed. The Intake Coordinator-RN works with all disciplines to promote positive medical outcomes. The Intake Coordinator-RN will demonstrate and be accountable to the Agencies Mission, Vision, Values, Guiding Principles and Strategic Plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Exercises full compliance with the Agency's Code of Conduct, all Agency Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality and security for all client and staff related materials and/or records.
• Is responsible assisting in the supervision of the clinical aide team. 
• Oversees the intake process working with the health coordinator, providers, director of LHTC and administrative team, including billing and utilization review.
• Triages potential admissions and when needed assists in providing alternative appropriate referrals.
• Conducts client admissions meeting regulatory requirements.
• Trains and guides other nurses in the admission process.
• Participates in the on-call rotation to cover nursing needs.
• The Intake Coordinator-RN may stand in for the nurse manager/Lead RN when they are not available to ensure the continued operation of the nursing department. 
• The position will share on call duties with Nurse Manager and Senior Director of Nursing and Inpatient Services
• Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager/Health Coordinator, the Intake Coordinator-RN may be additionally responsible for the monitoring, treatment and safety of individuals aged 16+ receiving medically supervised treatment for substance use withdrawal.
• Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess the condition of patient, and/or monitors unlicensed staff in obtaining vital signs as directed. 
• Accurately transcribes provider orders in accordance with written policy.
• Communicates with pharmacy staff to obtain medications, conducting prior authorizations as needed to ensure continued care.
• Assesses acute symptoms of withdrawal, psychiatric status, and/or medical needs. Accurately documents assessments, and effectively communicates nursing assessments to the interdisciplinary treatment team including medical and psychiatric providers. 
• Obtains a full nursing assessment and history, accurately documenting findings and communicating acute needs to the treatment team.
• Assists in the behavioral management of patients which include verbal redirection and active listening. Functions as a role model to reinforce the development of adaptive behaviors.
• Implements crisis management techniques to de-escalate clients.
• Utilizes compassionate therapeutic intervention to assist patients in regaining or improving coping skills.
• Provides appropriate level of patient education to improve client's, and their families, level of understanding regarding illness, treatment, patient rights and responsibilities, and the acquisition of adaptive coping behaviors.
• Provides special attention/monitoring of those patients at risk for suicidal behaviors or leaving against medical advice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• NYS Registered Nurse license
• Bachelor degree preferred
• At least 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse
• At least 2 years of experience working in direct care of clients with substance use disorder; psychiatric background a plus
• 1 year in a supervisory role preferred
• Knowledge of medication assisted treatment
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other staff, clients and referral sources.
• Maintain compassion and empathy as well as clear boundaries with clients under the influence of alcohol and other drugs.

POSITION SPECIFICS: 

Skills:

CPR/First Aid, BLS Certified 

Narcan training a plus

Physical Demands:  

• Standing/Walking: Standing and walking is required for the majority of time spent on campus.   Nurses must be able to walk around campus throughout shift (including hills, stairs, and inclement weather conditions)
• Lifting: Regular lifting of medical supplies, medications, patient supplies, and patient charts, all weighing up to twenty pounds is required. 
• Bending: Bending is required when administering patient care. One must be able to bend to touch the floor to remove environmental hazards.

Kneeling: Squatting is required when operating medical equipment and performing aspects of patient care, such as CPR

COMPETENCIES:

Leading Self

• Character and Courage (Integrity and Trust)
  1. Do the right thing, because it is the right thing, even when no one is looking.  Truth to Power.
• Customer Focus
  1. Build positive relationships through communication and collaborative problem solving.
• Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Justice and Equity
  1. Believe in the dignity and humanity of all people to reach their full potential.

Leading Others

• Process Management
  1. Develop and monitor processes and organize resources to achieve desired results.
• Develop Self and Others
  1. Continually develop self and others capabilities to attain the highest level of performance possible.
• Managerial Courage
  1. Make difficult decisions, own those decisions, and have difficult conversations, all in the best interest of the agency.