RN Admissions Coordinator | Remote - Wichita, KS | $40/hr | Direct Hire |
RN Admissions Coordinator | Remote - Wichita, KS | $40/hr | Direct Hire
Position Summary
Join one of the nation's leading Medicaid managed care organizations dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families through coordinated, community-based healthcare. Serving hundreds of thousands of members across Kansas, our organization partners with healthcare providers, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and community resources to ensure members receive the right care at the right time.
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Care Management team as a Remote RN Admissions Coordinator. This position is primarily home-based, with approximately 80% of work performed remotely and up to 20% local travel within Sedgwick County to support provider relationships, care coordination, meetings, and other business needs.
The RN Admissions Coordinator is responsible for coordinating admissions to long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and post-acute care settings for members requiring ongoing services. The ideal candidate has experience in home health, long-term care, rehabilitation, managed care, or admissions coordination and enjoys working independently while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities
• Coordinate admissions and transitions of care for members entering long-term care, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), rehabilitation centers, or other post-acute settings
• Review clinical documentation and assessments to determine appropriate levels of care and placement
• Serve as the primary liaison between the health plan, hospitals, facility admissions teams, providers, discharge planners, and case managers
• Coordinate prior authorizations and ensure services meet clinical and coverage guidelines
• Collaborate with Care Management and Utilization Management teams to promote timely, appropriate placements
• Educate members and families regarding available services, benefits, and care transition expectations
• Maintain accurate documentation within electronic medical record and care management systems
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, company policies, and applicable state and federal regulations
• Travel locally within Sedgwick County as needed for provider meetings, care coordination activities, and other business-related responsibilities (approximately 20%)
What We Offer
• $40.00 per hour
• Direct hire opportunity
• Primarily remote work environment
• Flexible, independent work with supportive leadership
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care and transitions
Qualifications
• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Kansas
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience in home health, long-term care, rehabilitation, admissions, utilization management, or care coordination
• Strong understanding of post-acute care services and transitions of care
• Excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills
• Experience using electronic medical records (EMR) and care management software
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing multiple priorities
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel within Sedgwick County
Preferred Experience
• Managed care, health plan, or insurance experience
• Utilization Management or Case Management experience
• Skilled nursing facility or rehabilitation admissions experience
• Experience coordinating post-acute care transitions
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required
Work Environment
This position is designed to be primarily remote, with approximately 80% of work performed from a home office. Occasional local travel (up to 20%) throughout Sedgwick County is required to support providers, attend meetings, and facilitate care coordination activities.