Discharge Planning RN — Transitional Care Specialist

Owensboro Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse to facilitate cost-effective, high quality patient transitions of care. You will collaborate with staff, provide guidance, education, and support to assigned patients, and lead discharge planning activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Kentucky RN licensure, and at least 1 year of relevant experience. You will work 0800-1630 in a 1.0 FTE capacity, with opportunities to train staff and coordinate with

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages discharge planning activities.
• Completes a comprehensive assessment of the patient’s overall medical condition, financial status, emotional status, and support system to develop a discharge plan for post hospital care.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare team members, including physicians and nurses.
• Provides patients and families with information and education on post hospital care options and available resources.
• Facilitates patient referrals to external healthcare facilities and/or other community services
• Ensures all necessary paperwork and documentation are completed accurately and timely
• Monitors patient progress and modifies the discharge plans as necessary
• Communicates with Manager, Director, and/or Physician Advisor on complex discharge planning issues and delays in service.
• Trains new employees, students, or interns as needed.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent work

Stress tolerance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse to facilitate cost-effective, high quality patient transitions of care. You will collaborate with staff, provide guidance, education, and support to assigned patients, and lead discharge planning activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Kentucky RN licensure, and at least 1 year of relevant experience. You will work 0800-1630 in a 1.0 FTE capacity, with opportunities to train staff and coordinate with