Discharge Planner-UR/Case Mgmt, Full Time, Day Shift

Job description

JOB TITLE : Discharge Planner
REPORTS TO : UR/Case Management Manager
POSITION SUMMARY : The discharge planner is a clinical liaison between healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for patients transitioning from an acute care facility to home care, hospice, long-term care, skilled nursing facility or LTACH. Once established, they will implement the post-acute plan of care as determined by the physician and under the directions of the case management RN. Attention to detail, ability to organize varying work focuses and to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking skills, and interpersonal skills to build effective partnering relationships with physicians, nursing staff, coding staff and hospital management. Ability to work independently in a time-oriented environment. Computer literacy and familiarity with the operation of basic office equipment. Exhibits discretion and professional judgment. Performs all other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE : A minimum of one year of UR experience in an acute care setting preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS : BLS required.