Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a detail-oriented Nursing Coordinator to join our team in New Hyde Park, New York. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an opportunity to play a vital role in coordinating nursing visits, managing patient care assignments, and ensuring seamless communication between healthcare teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong administrative skills and a commitment to supporting high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and oversee regularly scheduled nursing visits to ensure timely and efficient patient care.
• Communicate new patient assignments and primary nursing responsibilities from the Nurse Manager to field staff.
• Track and secure necessary authorizations and reauthorizations for nursing visits as required.
• Provide infusion treatment plans to physicians and maintain accurate communication logs.
• Monitor monthly visits conducted by external agencies and maintain detailed records.
• Organize and maintain credential and insurance documentation files for outside agencies.
• Collaborate closely with Intake and Pharmacy teams to coordinate nursing visits and process patient orders effectively.• Proven experience in administrative coordination, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with home health operations and processes.
• Strong ability to answer inbound calls professionally and manage communication effectively.
• Proficiency in managing calendars and scheduling appointments.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of insurance documentation and credentialing processes is preferred.