Post-Acute Admissions & Care Coordination Lead

MercyOne; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Iowa seeks a Registered Nurse for a day shift, full-time 1.0 FTE position. The role supports admission processes, coordinates care with Rehab physicians/managers, and upholds the organization’s mission and values.

Ideal candidates hold an Iowa RN license with BLS and FIM credentials, plus a minimum of 2 years in nursing or rehabilitation, and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork under pressure.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required; Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or bachelor’s level in health related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that all pertinent clinical and financial information is obtained and routed to appropriate individuals before admission of the patient.
• Collaborates with Rehab physician and manager to determine appropriate level of care.
• Adheres to MercyOne’s performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Values of MercyOne ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.
• Performs patient screening to determine appropriate level of care based on admission criteria.
• Completes all necessary reimbursement activities.
• Coordinates patient transfers.
• Completes various business reports.
• Develops and maintains effective communication with patients, families, referral sources, and rehab program team members to enhance patient census.
• Effectively develops referral patterns to ensure market share and standing as a regional provider.
• Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age-related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit

Skills

People skills

Stress management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Windows

Outlook

Job description

MercyOne in Iowa seeks a Registered Nurse for a day shift, full-time 1.0 FTE position. The role supports admission processes, coordinates care with Rehab physicians/managers, and upholds the organization’s mission and values.

Ideal candidates hold an Iowa RN license with BLS and FIM credentials, plus a minimum of 2 years in nursing or rehabilitation, and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork under pressure.