RN Home Care Intake Coordinator

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

About the role

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.

• 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.

Requirements

• 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

Fast-paced healthcare environment with phone, scanner, email, fine motor hand movement, and computer use. Use of personal automobile with valid insurance and driver’s license.

Benefits

• 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.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is USD $43.00 to USD $51.00 per hour. 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.