Discharge Planner

Premier Healthcare, LLC; Village of Great Neck (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth

Meaningful impact

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Highfield Gardens Care Center in Great Neck, NY is seeking an organized Discharge Planner to join our team. You will coordinate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and families to develop discharge plans that ensure a safe transition from our facility to home or an alternate setting.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field, experience in social work or SNF, and strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills to manage multiple tasks in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field (e.g., social work, nursing, healthcare administration)
• Prior experience in social work, SNF, or a related field
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and social workers, to develop individualized discharge plans for residents
• Assess residents' medical, social, and psychological needs to determine the most appropriate post-acute care setting
• Facilitate communication with family members, care providers, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition
• Identify and address potential barriers to discharge, such as insurance and transportation issues
• Maintain accurate records and reports on discharge planning activities and outcomes
• Collaborate with internal departments, including admissions, marketing, and quality improvement, to ensure a cohesive approach to care

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare-related field

Job description

Job Summary: Highfield Gardens Care Center, a sub-acute and long-term care facility in Great Neck, New York, is seeking an organized Discharge Planner to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare community, you will play a vital role in ensuring a seamless transition for our residents back to their homes or alternative settings.

Discharge Planner Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and social workers, to develop individualized discharge plans for residents
• Assess residents' medical, social, and psychological needs to determine the most appropriate post-acute care setting
• Facilitate communication with family members, care providers, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition
• Identify and address potential barriers to discharge, such as insurance and transportation issues
• Maintain accurate records and reports on discharge planning activities and outcomes
• Collaborate with internal departments, including admissions, marketing, and quality improvement, to ensure a cohesive approach to care

Discharge Planner Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field (e.g., social work, nursing, healthcare administration)
• Prior experience in social work, SNF, or a related field
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development
• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and their families
• A competitive package