Director of Care Coordination & Discharge Excellence

Diversicare; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Diversicare seeks a Director of Care Coordination to lead patient-centered planning and resource alignment across care teams in Oak Ridge, TN. This role oversees the restorative nursing program, discharge planning, and continuous communication with patients and families about changes in condition and care needs.

The position emphasizes strategic leadership, regulatory compliance, and data-driven quality improvement within a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in nursing or related clinical field with active license.
• Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement and discharge planning.
• Experience leading teams and projects.
• Ability to develop short and long-term strategic plans.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead a team to achieve outcomes.
• Knowledge of PDPM requirements and regulatory requirements.
• Previous case management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily care coordination meetings to align resources with patient needs and benefits.
• Participate in Engage/72 HR Admission meetings as part of care management.
• Manage the restorative nursing program and integrate with activity department.
• Ensure timely communication with patients and families about changes and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with clinical team to develop and execute care plans.
• Coordinate discharge planning and post-discharge communication (home health, DME).
• Monitor Quality Measures with the care coordination team.
• Serve as care documentation specialist for Medicare and Managed Care regulatory guidelines.
• Review ADRs to ensure documents meet the request.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Interpersonal skills

Discharge planning

Team leadership

Regulatory knowledge

PDPM knowledge

Communication

Education

Nursing degree

Licensed in respective field

Job description

Diversicare seeks a Director of Care Coordination to lead patient-centered planning and resource alignment across care teams in Oak Ridge, TN. This role oversees the restorative nursing program, discharge planning, and continuous communication with patients and families about changes in condition and care needs.

The position emphasizes strategic leadership, regulatory compliance, and data-driven quality improvement within a supportive, mission-driven environment.