Post Acute RN Admissions Coordinator

MercyOne; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Iowa seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for a full-time day shift. The role emphasizes clinical coordination, reimbursement activities, transfers, and strong communication with patients and rehab teams.

The ideal candidate has an Iowa RN license, 2+ years in nursing or rehabilitation, BLS, and FIM experience, with proficiency in Excel, Windows, and Outlook. We value independence, teamwork, and a patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s Degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license or applicable license/certification.
• Mandatory Reporter status.
• BLS certification.
• FIM experience.
• Valid Iowa driver's license and acceptable MVR.
• Minimum of 2 years nursing or rehabilitation experience.
• Strong language, math, and reasoning abilities.
• Proficient with Excel, Windows, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient screening to determine appropriate level of care.
• Completes reimbursement activities.
• Coordinates patient transfers.
• Develops and maintains communication with patients, families, and rehab team.
• Develops referral patterns to increase market share.
• Provides age-appropriate care for patients on assigned unit.

Skills

People skills

Pressure tolerance

Independence

Computer literacy

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Windows

Outlook

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Registered Nurse preferred

Full-Time (1.0 FTE) 80 Hours Biweekly

8 Hour Day Shift

POSITION PURPOSE

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s Degree required. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or bachelor’s level in health related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license or applicable license/certification.
• Mandatory Reporter.
• BLS.
• FIM.
• Valid Iowa driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing or rehabilitation experience required.
• High language, intermediate math, high reasoning ability.
• Personal computer, Excel, Windows, Outlook.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence.
• Good people skills.

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.