Intake Coordinator/LVN

About the Job

Intake Coordinator / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Location: Hercules, California

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $72,800 - $79,040 annually

About the Role:

Blize Healthcare is seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Intake Coordinator / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team. This hybrid role combines office-based intake coordination with in-home patient care, ensuring a seamless transition for patients entering home health and hospice services.

This position requires both administrative work in an office setting and travel to patient homes to provide in-person nursing care.

Key Responsibilities:

Intake Coordinator Duties: (Office-Based)

• Manage daily patient referrals and intake operations.
• Verify insurance coverage and assist with claims processing.
• Schedule home health and hospice visits efficiently.
• Answer, screen, and direct phone calls.
• Respond to patient and family inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain medical supply inventory and prepare DME (Durable Medical Equipment)
• Coordinate patient admissions to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

LVN Duties: (Field-Based)

• Travel to patient homes to provide skilled nursing care.
• Perform basic nursing procedures (medication administration, wound care, vital signs)
• Support patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.
• Build compassionate relationships with patients and their families.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes appropriately.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in the medical field.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience.
• Home health or hospice experience preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage both administrative and clinical responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Requirements:

• Active LVN license.
• Valid BLS certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability and willingness to travel to patient homes for in-home visits is required.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.