Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Care Management

AdventHealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off from day one

403b retirement plan

Parental leave

Career development

Well-being resources

Mental health support

Pet benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida seeks an LPN to lead discharge planning and care coordination across inpatient and post-acute services.

You will review medical records, collaborate with RN Care Managers, and advocate for patient and family needs during hospitalization. A Florida LPN license and 2+ years in discharge planning are preferred, with strong communication and documentation skills essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold an LPN license in Florida and be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Discharge planning experience preferred (2+ years).
• High school equivalent and LPN training completed; active licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning with RN Care Manager and care teams.
• Review patient records and organize post-acute care planning.
• Communicate with payors for post-acute care authorizations as needed.
• Advocate for patient rights and support families throughout hospitalization.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Discharge planning

Home care experience

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

LPN Technical/Vocational School

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 601 E Rollins St

City: Orlando

State: Florida

Postal Code: 32803

Job Description:

Demonstrates ability to request care from referring sources within the community in a timely manner. Reviews patient medical records for Performance Improvement/Risk Management per established criteria and document adverse patient occurrences. Collects information and documents patient and family reasons for readmission. Documents discharge plans, MDRs, barriers to progression of care, avoidable days, and patient and family needs according to standard work. Provides patient and family advocacy, and support patient’s choice and patient rights during hospitalization. Communicates with Payors patient’s needs for authorization for post-acute care as needed. Other duties as assigned. Collects information from patients and families to inform discharge planning needs in the inpatient, outpatient, and/or emergency departments. Collaborates with the RN Care Manager to reviews the medical record and incorporates the clinical, social, and financial factors into the discharge planning. Arranges for post-acute services and facilities as well as communicate care for social needs. Leverages technology and follows standard work and best practices to communicate with post-acute care services and facilities to ensure patient care information is communicated for continuity of care, medical records are complete, and discharge reconciliation is accurate. Communicates with patients and families and mobilizes family and community resources to meet patient's needs while advocating for patient and family empowerment in making health care decisions and accessing needed services.

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Days; Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• LPN Technical/Vocational School [Required]

Work Experience:

• 2+ discharge planning experience [Preferred]
• 2+ lpn acute care experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with other members of health care
• Appropriate documentation skills
• Hospital Case management discharge planning experience
• Home care or skilled nursing facility experience
• Computer Skills
• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory procedures or processes performed in department or work area assigned.
• Able to effectively communicate verbally and in written form in English with patients, staff, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner.
• Ability to read text and numbers in English, with demonstrated ability to comprehend, measure, reason, match, problem solve, and exercise judgment under supervision.
• Ability to learn and apply computer related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices.
• Mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within applicable guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals and/or irritants appropriately and safely.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Performs waived testing with uniformity, consistency, reliability, reproducibility, quality, and integrity of results, if applicable

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
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Pay Range:

$21.17 - $39.38

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.