Discharge Planning RN & Care Coordination Lead

Grandview Medical Center; Birmingham (AL); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to improve patient outcomes.

In this role you will review records, collaborate with IDT, develop discharge plans, and connect patients with post-hospital services, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and Joint Commission standards.

Qualificações

• Requires RN licensure and an Associate Degree in Nursing.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• 2–4 years of clinical nursing experience in hospital, home health, or nursing home settings required.
• 2–4 years of care management experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Review medical records daily to assess admission, continued hospital stay, and utilization of diagnostic services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care, including identifying avoidable days and resolving care transition issues.
• Develop and implement discharge plans, coordinating post-hospital placement and social services to meet patient needs.
• Refer cases to physicians or managers when patients do not meet established criteria, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
• Serve as a liaison with community agencies, maintaining relationships and facilitating seamless transitions for discharged patients.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs, resolve challenges, and support collaborative care planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of case management activities, including records of referrals, patient interactions, and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Provide assistance to patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Conhecimentos

Case management

Discharge planning

Transitions of care

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Organization & time management

Formação

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Descrição da vaga

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Care Manager - RN to coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to improve patient outcomes.

In this role you will review records, collaborate with IDT, develop discharge plans, and connect patients with post-hospital services, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and Joint Commission standards.