Weekend Intake Coordinator

Douglas County Visiting Nurses; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) is seeking a clinically knowledgeable Weekend Intake Coordinator to provide coverage on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. This role acts as a key administrative liaison during weekend operations, ensuring timely intake and proper service coordination.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to assess referrals efficiently while maintaining confidentiality, dependability, professionalism, and

Qualifications

• Experience in Home Health, Hospice, or clinical care setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of clinical terminology and patient care workflows.
• Excellent communication and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time-sensitive referrals.
• Reliable weekend availability required.

Responsibilities

• Review and clinically assess Home Health and Hospice referrals for appropriateness and urgency.
• Obtain and verify referral documentation, physician orders, and insurance information.
• Collaborate with on‑call nurses, case managers, and leadership to coordinate weekend admissions.
• Enter accurate referral and patient data into the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Communicate professionally with referral sources, patients, families, and internal clinical staff.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, CMS, and state regulations.
• Maintain clear and timely documentation of all intake activities.

Skills

Clinical terminology

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Independent worker

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Weekend Intake Coordinator
Visiting Nurses Association (VNA)
Schedule: Weekends (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays)

Pay will be analyzed and reviewed based on level of experience for each position.

Position Summary

Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) is seeking a clinically knowledgeable Weekend Intake Coordinator provide coverage on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. This role serves as a key administrative liaison during weekend operations, ensuring timely intake, and appropriate service coordination.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to assess referrals efficiently while maintaining strict confidentiality, dependable, professional and proper time management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and clinically assess Home Health and Hospice referrals for appropriateness and urgency

• Obtain and verify referral documentation, physician orders, and insurance information

• Collaborate with on‑call nurses, case managers, and leadership to coordinate weekend admissions

• Enter accurate referral and patient data into the electronic medical record (EMR)

• Communicate professionally with referral sources, patients, families, and internal clinical staff

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, CMS, and state regulations

• Maintain clear and timely documentation of all intake activities

Required Qualifications

• Experience in Home Health, Hospice, or clinical care setting preferred

• Strong understanding of clinical terminology and patient care workflows

• Excellent communication and critical-thinking skills

• Ability to work independently and manage time-sensitive referrals

• Reliable weekend availability required

Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

VNA complies with all applicable federal and Kansas employment laws and regulations.

Visiting Nurses requires a criminal background check and motor vehicle (MVR) check for all employees once a conditional offer of employment has been extended by the hiring manager.