RN Home Care Intake Coordinator

Visiting Nurse Association Health Group; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Visiting Nurse Association Health Group is seeking a Care Intake Coordinator (RN) on-site at a major hospital in Livingston, NJ. You will assess patients’ needs, educate families, and coordinate seamless transitions to home care and hospice—ensuring continuity, compassion, and quality of care.

The role requires an active New Jersey RN license and at least 2 years in home health or care coordination, with strong communication and organizational skills to thrive in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in New Jersey and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in home health nursing or clinical care coordination.
• Strong communication skills to educate, advocate, and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to prioritize and stay organized in a fast-paced hospital setting.
• A compassionate, patient-first mindset with sound clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive two‑week clinical orientation covering EMR systems, safety protocols, and compassionate care practices.
• Assess patients with complex medical conditions and develop tailored care plans for home health or hospice services.
• Educate patients and families on care strategies, resources, and expectations for home‑based recovery.
• Coordinate timely and appropriate referrals to VNA home care services, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity of care.
• Collaborate with VNA clinicians and external providers to optimize patient outcomes.
• Document changes in patient condition and update care plans in real time.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Patient advocacy

Time management

Education

RN license in New Jersey

Accredited nursing program

Tools

EMR systems

Home health software

Job description

Care Intake Coordinator (RN)

“Moving Healthcare Forward – One Patient at a Time”

Location: On-site at a major hospital in Livingston, NJ

At VNA Health Group, we’re redefining the future of healthcare—bringing compassion, innovation, and excellence to every patient interaction. As a trusted leader in home and community-based care, we empower our teams to make a meaningful impact where it matters most: in the lives of patients and families.

As a Home Care Intake Coordinator, you’ll be the vital link between hospital care and home health services. Based on‑site at a leading hospital in Livingston, you’ll assess patients’ needs, educate families, and coordinate seamless transitions to home care and hospice—ensuring continuity, compassion, and quality every step of the way.

How You’ll Move Healthcare Forward

• Participate in a comprehensive two‑week clinical orientation covering EMR systems, safety protocols, and compassionate care practices.
• Assess patients with complex medical conditions and develop tailored care plans for home health or hospice services.
• Educate patients and families on care strategies, resources, and expectations for home‑based recovery.
• Coordinate timely and appropriate referrals to VNA home care services, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity of care.
• Collaborate with VNA clinicians and external providers to optimize patient outcomes.
• Document changes in patient condition and update care plans in real time.

What You’ll Bring

• Current RN license in New Jersey and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in home health nursing or clinical care coordination.
• Strong communication skills to educate, advocate, and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to prioritize and stay organized in a fast‑paced hospital setting.
• A compassionate, patient‑first mindset with sound clinical judgment and problem‑solving skills.

Working Conditions/Physical Demand: Fast paced health care environment with phone, scanner, email, fine motor hand movement and computer use. Use of personal automobile with valid insurance and driver’s license

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Be part of a mission‑driven organization that values innovation, empathy, and excellence.
• Thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment with opportunities for growth.
• Make a real impact by helping patients transition safely and confidently to home care.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and work‑life balance.

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In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the compensation range for this position is USD $43.00 to USD $51.00. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

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