Surgical Discharge Planning RN - Lead Safe Transitions

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

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Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Omaha is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate discharge planning for surgical patients, ensuring safe and timely transitions from inpatient care to home, rehab, or post-acute settings.

You will work with surgeons, nursing, therapy, social work and case management to develop individualized plans and educate patients and caregivers. The role emphasizes leadership in care coordination, accurate documentation, and reducing readmissions, with a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the United States.
• Nursing degree from ACEN/CCNE-accredited program.
• Experience with discharge planning preferred and hospital collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage discharge planning for surgical patients.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nursing staff, therapy, social work and case management.
• Educate patients and caregivers on post-surgical care and warning signs.
• Identify barriers to discharge and coordinate home health or rehab services as needed.
• Ensure discharge documentation is complete and compliant with standards.
• Schedule follow-up appointments prior to discharge to reduce readmissions.

Skills

English proficiency

Discharge planning

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

BSN preferred

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Omaha is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate discharge planning for surgical patients, ensuring safe and timely transitions from inpatient care to home, rehab, or post-acute settings.

You will work with surgeons, nursing, therapy, social work and case management to develop individualized plans and educate patients and caregivers. The role emphasizes leadership in care coordination, accurate documentation, and reducing readmissions, with a comprehensive