Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

The Visiting Nurse Association provides a range of home health care services to patients of all ages-- from infants to the elderly--in the comfort of their own homes. With services available in both Iowa and Illinois, we work with patients, families, physicians, and other community agencies to provide the care that you need in your home.

Want to learn more about MercyOne VNA Home Health Care? Click here: VNA Home Health Care | Quad Cities, IA & IL | Genesis Health System

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Home Health and hospice Clinical Referral RN

As a Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will act as the clinical liaison that represents the agency for referrals for patient care. Referral source interactions include, but are not limited to: working closely with referring hospitals, physicians, board and care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, patients, families, and the general public. Primary clinical responsibilities include receiving/processing referral and ensuring that admission occurs in a timely and consistent manner. RN will enter referral information into the EMR and create initial orders to facilitate the start of care. This person frequently interacts with referral source, other members of the referral center staff, all service line locations and all other necessary to facilitate the start of patient care. Must have the clinical knowledge and critical thinking ability to effectively plan and provide coordination of patient care consistent with standards and regulations; must have exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills; must be able to effectively solve unique problems as they arise or identify when to consult the supervisors. Must have knowledge of current Home Health and Hospice admission criteria.

Schedule

• Full time 40 hours
• Day shift
  
  

General Requirements

• Supervisory Responsibility: No Supervision: The job does not require the provision of guidance or supervision to others. There is no formal responsibility for directing others.
• Materials Responsibility: Limited: Work requires limited responsibility for material resources. Examples of resources could include supplies, equipment, inventories, small budgets, and other similar material assets. The employee has a limited amount of control over these resources. The cost of errors is also limited in terms of damage, waste or financial loss. Problems associated with material resources are not complex. The volume of resources may vary, but the level of difficulty in dealing with these resources is uncomplicated.
• Key Relationships Co-workers/Health System Employees, Third Party Payors/Insurance Companies, Outside Agencies/Other Health Care Providers, General Public/Visitors/Volunteers, Physicians/Medical Office Staff, Patients, Families,
  
  

Education

• Education: 4 year college/university degree or equivalent experience
• Field OF Study: Nursing
• Special Training: Home Health, Hospice or Health Care Sales
• Training Preferred: Sales and Marketing experience
• Licensures/Registration Registered Nurse in Iowa or Illinois required upon hire. Second state license required in 6
• Experience: More than 2 years experience required.
• InterpersonalSkills: Interaction is with a variety of people inside or outside the organization. Communications are of moderate difficulty and sensitivity. Contact with others may involve detailed & lengthy dialogues & exchanges of information. Requires a moderate amount of interpersonal skills. Interactions involve dealing with moderately complicated problem
  
  

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.