Release Medical Discharge Planner

NaphCare, Inc.; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance day one

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

CE/CME credits

Job summary

NaphCare, partnering with Everhealth, joins the Arizona Department of Corrections - Perryville in Goodyear, AZ as a Release/Medical Discharge Planner. This role focuses on discharge planning and coordinating post-release care for inmates to ensure seamless transitions back into the community.

You will collaborate with correctional officers, medical staff, and community resources to address medical, mental health, and social needs while maintaining thorough records and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services, nursing, social work, or healthcare.
• Active BLS CPR (AHA) certification.
• Experience with discharge planning and coordination with community services.
• Excellent communication with patients, staff and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Discharge planning for inmates released from the facility.
• Identify post-release needs and create individualized plans.
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals, social workers, and community resources.
• Maintain accurate records of discharge plans and follow-up activities.
• Provide information and support to inmates and families on discharge options.
• Liaise between the facility and community agencies to facilitate referrals and services.
• Assist patients with medication management plans and follow-up arrangements.
• Coordinate care with shelters, employment and counseling services.

Skills

Discharge planning

Healthcare coordination

Communication skills

Confidentiality & ethics

Independent & team work

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

BLS CPR Certification (AHA)

Job description

NaphCare is partnering with Everhealth to hire a Release / Medical Discharge Planner just like you to join our team at the Arizona Department of Corrections - Perryville located in Goodyear, AZ.

As a Correctional Medical Discharge Planner, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to assists incarcerated individuals with planning their transition back into the community. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

The Medical Discharge Planner is responsible for discharge planning for all inmates released from the facility. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

• Evaluating the medical, mental health, and social needs of inmates to identify their post-release needs
• Creating individualized plans that address specific needs, including medical follow-up, medication management, mental health support, and access to community resources
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals, social workers, and community organizations to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records of patient interactions, discharge plans, and follow-up activities
• Providing information and support to inmates and their families regarding discharge planning, available resources, and post-release care options
• Acting as a liaison between the correctional facility and community agencies to facilitate referrals and access to services
• Assist patients with a specific plan for medication management
• Assist patients with the identification of a support network, instructions for future care and follow-up
• Coordinate care with community agencies, shelters, employment agencies, and drug and alcohol counselors

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a human service field bachelor's degree in a related field like nursing, social work, or healthcare
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA required)
• Knowledge in the development of discharge plans and coordination with community service providers
• Excellent communication skills are essential for interacting with patients, staff, and physicians
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits For Full-Time Employees Include

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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