Nurse Discharge Planner-LVN

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 42,005 - 59,826; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Santa Rosa, California, is seeking a Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse to enhance discharge planning services for individuals with medical and mental health needs. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree, relevant experience, and be able to maintain necessary licensure and certifications. The role includes coordinating appointments, facilitating sessions, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition assistance, are offered to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Must have current licensure as a Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse.
• CPR certification and other required certifications must be maintained.
• Experience with community resources for health-related issues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide discharge planning services for medical and mental health programs.
• Coordinate medications and medical needs upon release.
• Facilitate psychoeducational sessions and benefit applications.

Skills

Experience in community resource transition plans

Ability to maintain working relationships

Discharge planning services

Education

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related fields

Job description

We're on a path to better healthcare.

Compensation Information: $36.96 - $36.96 /hour

Department (Org): Nursing

Key Responsibilities

• Provide discharge planning services for medical, mental health, MAT, and related programs in accordance with contract requirements and policies.
• Identify release‑planning needs, coordinate medications and medical needs upon release, and arrange referrals and appointments with community providers.
• Facilitate psychoeducational sessions, benefit applications, and resumption of services to support continuity of care.
• Maintain working relationships with facility staff, parole, mental health, and medical partners while adhering to security regulations.
• Document services in the health record, activate Justice‑Involved aid codes, and ensure compliance with DHCS CalAIM requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Business Administration, or other health‑related fields from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience in developing successful transition plans involving community resources for persons with medical, substance use, and/or mental illness is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse within the state of employment.
• Must maintain CPR certification, and any other certifications (such as First Aid) required by contract.
• Must be able to attain and maintain security clearance to the facility.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k.
• DailyPay.
• Tuition Assistance and dependent scholarships.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling and health coaching.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA).
• Wellness program with fitness memberships and product discounts.
• Preferred banking partnership with discounted rates for home and auto loans.
• Eligibility varies by employee type and length of service.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.