Patient Care & Discharge Coordination Specialist

Memorial Health; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 35,431 - 54,911; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Health in Decatur, Illinois, is seeking a qualified candidate for a crucial role in patient care coordination. This position focuses on ensuring optimal patient outcomes by facilitating multidisciplinary collaboration and resource management. A Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, sociology, social work, or a related healthcare field is required.

Key responsibilities include assessing patients’ self-care capabilities, assisting in discharge planning, and serving as a liaison with medical and nursing staff. The role also includes participating in care conferences and upgrading professional skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is mandatory.
• Ability to assess and evaluate patients’ self-care capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintains appropriate documentation.
• Assesses and evaluates patients’ self‑care abilities.
• Facilitates discharge planning with patients and caregivers.
• Coordinates with nursing and medical staff for problem solving.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in the field of human services, psychology, sociology, social work, or a related healthcare field

Job description

Memorial Health in Decatur, Illinois, is seeking a qualified candidate for a crucial role in patient care coordination. This position focuses on ensuring optimal patient outcomes by facilitating multidisciplinary collaboration and resource management. A Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, sociology, social work, or a related healthcare field is required.

Key responsibilities include assessing patients’ self-care capabilities, assisting in discharge planning, and serving as a liaison with medical and nursing staff. The role also includes participating in care conferences and upgrading professional skills.