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Interim HealthCare

Hospice Intake RN

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$75K/yr

Hospice Intake RN Experience a work culture where nurses are valued, management backs you and you're empowered to be a patient's advocate. At Interim HealthCare, these are just a few of the rewards ...

PrimaryOne Health

OB Intake Nurse

Columbus, OH · On-site

PrimaryOne Health is currently seeking an OB Intake Nurse for our Columbus Health Centers. Essential Job Responsibilities: * Meets with each new OB patient to determine the level of care needed.

PrimaryOne Health

OB Intake Nurse

Columbus, OH · On-site

PrimaryOne Health is currently seeking an OB Intake Nurse for our Columbus Health Centers. Essential Job Responsibilities: * Meets with each new OB patient to determine the level of care needed.

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How much do intake nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for intake nurse in the United States is $44.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $48.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an intake nurse?

An Intake Nurse is a healthcare professional responsible for assessing patients upon admission to a medical facility. They gather medical histories, document symptoms, take vital signs, and ensure accurate patient information for the healthcare team. These nurses play a crucial role in determining initial care plans and facilitating smooth transitions into treatment. Intake Nurses work in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and other healthcare settings. Their role helps streamline patient care by ensuring accurate and efficient documentation from the start.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an intake nurse?

As an Intake Nurse, your primary responsibilities include conducting initial patient assessments, gathering medical histories, collecting vital signs, and documenting patient information accurately in electronic health record systems. You may also help determine the urgency of care, coordinate with physicians or specialists, and answer patient questions about the intake process. Intake Nurses often act as the first point of contact for new patients, making organizational and interpersonal skills crucial. This role frequently involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth patient admissions and high standards of care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intake nurse?

An Intake Nurse requires strong clinical assessment skills, critical thinking, and a current nursing license, usually as an RN or LPN. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, patient intake software, and standard medical documentation is essential. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask are valuable soft skills in this position. These competencies are vital to accurately evaluating patients, streamlining admission processes, and ensuring safe and efficient patient care transitions.

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Infographic showing various Intake Nurse job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,274 per year, or $44.4 per hour.

Central Intake Nurse PRN

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

OPCO Skilled Management
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities • 201 - 500 employees
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Job description

Central Intake Nurse

The Central Intake Nurse will be responsible for obtaining initial and ongoing referral documentation from physicians, insurers, and providers to determine appropriateness of services and/or facility placement. Coordinates the development of patient care plans that specify the frequency and duration of the services provided and initiates care with service providers.

Qualifications Required

  • High school diploma required
  • Current nursing license for appropriate state.
  • Two (2) years of experience in healthcare administration at the managerial level, required

Job Responsibilities

  • Consolidates the inbound referral processes, records and reports data related to admissions, discharges, and admission inquires to senior and facility management.
  • Provides a single point of contact to verify insurance coverage, assess care needs, determine availability at facilities that are a good fit, and quickly respond to referrals from hospitals in a more succinct, organized fashion
  • Receives, update, and engage with referrals, ensuring that the organization is able to provide the appropriate level of care, while also soliciting additional information to ensure the transition of care is as smooth as possible.
  • Assist both patients and families by determining the services and support that are best suited for each patient, what support services are available in their community and which service will best meet their needs
  • Collects data to facilitate the admissions process; ensures admission forms are properly signed and filled. Eliminate challenges by defining a singular access-point for patients, their families, and the organization; initiate control over acceptance criteria to ensure a more cohesive follow-up procedure.
  • Reviews, audits, and supports the marketing information system by ensuring all data elements are available so that reports can be generated; responsible for the integrity of the data which is inputted into the MIS (CRM, IRM, PCC)
  • May temporarily receive changes or additional job responsibilities and may temporarily assume a position in case of an unplanned vacancy, when qualified
  • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice.

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