Care Coordination Director: Lead Discharge & Rehab

Diversicare Healthcare Services - Birmingham, AL; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Holiday pay

Sick time

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Job summary

Diversicare Healthcare Services in Birmingham, AL seeks a Director of Care Coordination to lead patient-focused care integration and ensure optimal discharge planning. The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing, therapy, and clinical teams to align resources with patient needs and benefits.

The position requires proven leadership, strategic planning, and strong communication skills. You will guide care processes, participate in care management meetings, and drive quality improvements within

Qualifications

• Degree in nursing or related clinical field with current license.
• Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement, utilization management, and discharge planning.
• Experience leading teams and projects.
• Ability to develop short and long-term strategic plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of PDPM requirements.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Previous case management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily care coordination meetings.
• Coordinate Engage/72 HR Admission meetings as part of the care management system.
• Manage the restorative nursing program and integrate it with the activity department.
• Ensure timely communication with patients and families regarding changes in condition and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to develop and execute care plans.
• Coordinate discharge planning and post-discharge communication, including home health and DME.
• Monitor Quality Measures alongside the care coordination team.
• Serve as a skilled care documentation specialist, ensuring compliance with Medicare and Managed Care guidelines.
• Review ADRs to ensure all documents meet the request.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Discharge planning

Education

Nursing degree

Clinical license

Job description

Diversicare Healthcare Services in Birmingham, AL seeks a Director of Care Coordination to lead patient-focused care integration and ensure optimal discharge planning. The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing, therapy, and clinical teams to align resources with patient needs and benefits.

The position requires proven leadership, strategic planning, and strong communication skills. You will guide care processes, participate in care management meetings, and drive quality improvements within