LPN Admissions Coordinator – Long-Term Care & Rehabilitation (Remote)

Job Title: Remote LPN Admissions Coordinator – Long-Term Care & Rehabilitation

Company: Leading Managed Care Organization (serving Ohio Medicaid members)

Location: Remote

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Care Management / Utilization Support

Salary: $65,000 – $70,000

Position Summary

A managed care organization serving Ohio Medicaid members is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its Care Management team in a fully remote capacity. This position supports the coordination and facilitation of admissions to long-term care and rehabilitation facilities for members requiring skilled or extended care services. The ideal candidate will have a background in long-term care, senior living intake, or care coordination, along with familiarity with Medicaid eligibility, coverage, and placement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support admissions and transitions of care for members entering long-term care, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), or rehabilitation settings.
• Collect and review clinical documentation, assessments, and eligibility information for RN or physician review.
• Serve as a liaison between the health plan, facility admissions teams, discharge planners, and providers to ensure timely and efficient placements.
• Assist with prior authorization requests, documentation preparation, and Medicaid eligibility verification.
• Communicate with members and families to explain services, benefits, and what to expect during transitions into care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records (EMR) and care management platforms.
• Escalate complex cases or clinical determinations to the RN or Utilization Management team as required.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, state regulations, and internal protocols.
  
  

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted LPN license in the State of Ohio (required).
• At least 2–3 years of nursing experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or admissions/intake coordination.
• Familiarity with Ohio Medicaid processes, coverage criteria, and facility admissions workflows.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with EMR systems and care coordination tools.
• Ability to work independently and remotely in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience in managed care, health plan support roles, or insurance case management.
• Background in discharge planning, transitional care, or post-acute intake coordination.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.
  
  

Benefits Include

Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off, continuing education support, and fully remote work flexibility.