Registered Nurse Clinical Manager ~ Admissions and Intake

Job DetailsJob Location: West Des Moines, IA 50266Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 SalaryJob Shift: DayJoin Iowa Home Care as a Clinical Manager who thrives on empowering others, ensuring compliance, and delivering outstanding clinical care. The Clinical Manager  plays a key leadership role in managing and optimizing the intake and referral operations for Iowa Home Care. This position ensures that referrals are clinically appropriate, complete, compliant, and transitioned seamlessly into care. The ideal candidate is a skilled RN leader with strong organizational, clinical, and operational expertise who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about excellence in patient care and customer service. Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Short-term and Long-Term Disability plans Flex-Spending Employee Assistance Program Excellent 401K with Employer Match PTO and Paid Holidays Wellness Program and on-site gym Continuing Education opportunities Responsibilities: Oversee the referral and intake process from receipt to admission, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and compliance with IHC and regulatory standards. Review all incoming referrals for clinical appropriateness, payer eligibility, and service alignment with agency capabilities. Collaborate with referral sources, hospitals, physicians, and internal clinical staff to ensure a smooth and timely admission process. Supervise and mentor the corporate intake and referral coordination team, promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Provide clinical oversight for intake documentation, ensuring that orders, assessments, and admission notes meet state, federal, and payer requirements. Partner with leadership, field clinicians, and quality teams to resolve complex referrals, documentation issues, and admission questions. Develop, implement, and monitor standardized intake policies, procedures, and performance metrics to drive efficiency and quality. Track and analyze key data such as referral conversion rates, turnaround time, and referral source satisfaction. Participate in compliance audits, training programs, and quality initiatives at the corporate level. Why Choose Iowa Home Care? Professional – We set high standards for quality and professionalism in all aspects of patient care. Our team members are highly skilled, trained, and committed to providing the best possible care with integrity and respect. At Iowa Home Care, you’ll be part of a team that values excellence and is dedicated to continuous growth and learning. A-Player – We believe in building a team of A-Players who are proactive, dependable, and driven to make a difference. At Iowa Home Care, every member plays a critical role in our success, working together to achieve the highest level of care and support for our patients and their families. If you’re passionate, motivated, and ready to bring your best every day, you’ll fit right in. Dedicated – Dedication is the foundation of our work. Our team members are committed to going above and beyond to ensure our patients feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. At Iowa Home Care, we value commitment and are proud to support employees who show unwavering dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. Loving – Compassion and kindness are at the core of Iowa Home Care. We understand the importance of creating meaningful connections and fostering a supportive environment. Our team cares deeply about every patient, treating them with the love, empathy, and understanding they deserve. At Iowa Home Care, we believe in providing quality, compassionate, and individualized care that allows our clients to remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes. We are a locally owned and operated agency with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, integrity, and teamwork. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients, their families, and our employees every day.   QualificationsQualifications: Current RN license in the State of Iowa (or compact state). 3–5 years of experience in home health, hospice, or a related post-acute clinical setting. Prior experience in intake, case management, or home health leadership strongly preferred. In-depth knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation, OASIS, payer requirements, and home health documentation standards. Proven ability to lead and mentor teams while maintaining a high standard of clinical accuracy and efficiency. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport across multiple departments and external partners. Proficiency in EHR systems Demonstrated success in process improvement, workflow design, and performance monitoring.