Discharge Planner - Home Care jobs in Evansville, IN

Discharge Planner - Home Care coordinates the movement of patients between a hospital or skilled nursing facility and a home care or hospice arrangement. Reviews the patient's case and determines the best choice in services and facility to meet the medical and social needs of the patient. Being a Discharge Planner - Home Care ensures a safe transfer to a setting that meets the patient's needs and coordinates necessary services and staff required to complete the transfer. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Discharge Planner - Home Care typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Discharge Planner - Home Care gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Discharge Planner - Home Care typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Case Management Specialist - Discharge Planning
  • Discharge Planning in Owensboro, KY - Owensboro
  • Owensboro, KY FULL_TIME
  • Summary

    Job Summary

    Facilitates cost-effective, quality patient transitions of care and outcomes by collaborating with staff and providing guidance, education, and support to assigned patients.
     
    Job Responsibilities
    • Completes comprehensive assessment of medical record and knowledge of patient's medical condition, financial status, emotional needs, and support systems.
    • Collaborates with Case Management Medical Director, Director, and/or Manager on complex discharge planning issues and delays in service.
    • Interview patients, assesses priorities, and develops appropriate discharge plan.
    • Works in collaboration with the Social Worker and interdisciplinary care team members to ensure quality support of care and safety of discharge.
    • Assists patients/families with referrals to community agencies, post acute providers, and provide education and resource information.
    • Documents precisely and timely in the medical record the assessment, concerns, needs, and discharge plans.
    • Provides ongoing assessment and keeps plans up to date as patient progresses toward discharge.
    • Trains new employees, students, or interns as needed.
    Qualifications
    • Associate's degree or higher or Diploma in Nursing required upon hire AND
    • Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing required within 5 years of employment in this position
    • No experience required
    • RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire
    Skills and Attributes
    • Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
    • Works under minimal supervision.
    • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
    Physical Demands
    • Standing: Occasionally
    • Walking: Occasionally
    • Sitting: Frequently
    • Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
    • Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never
    • Lifting over 75 lbs: Never
    • Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
    • Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never
    • Carrying over 75 lbs: Never
    • Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely
    • Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never
    • Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never
    • Climbing: Rarely
    • Bending/Stooping: Rarely
    • Kneeling: Rarely
    • Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
    • Reaching: Occasionally
    • Talking: Frequently
    • Hearing: Occasionally
    • Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never
    • Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
    • Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
    • Running: Never
    • Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
    • Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
    • Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
    • Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
    Owensboro Health Core Commitments

    INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

    RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

    TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

    INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

    SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

    EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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In Home Care Provider
  • TLC Home Care Services
  • Dongola, IL PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • In Home Caregiver This job is fulfilling to be able to help mainly senior citizens. It ranges from light cleaning, meal preps, getting groceries, companionship, helping them getting around etc. These ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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In Home Care Provider
  • TLC Home Care Services
  • Frankfort, IL PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • In Home Caregiver This job is fulfilling to be able to help mainly senior citizens. It ranges from light cleaning, meal preps, getting groceries, companionship, helping them getting around etc. These ...
  • 8 Days Ago

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In Home Care Provider
  • TLC Home Care Services
  • Carmi, IL FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • In Home Caregiver This job is fulfilling to be able to help mainly senior citizens. It ranges from light cleaning, meal preps, getting groceries, companionship, helping them getting around etc. These ...
  • 8 Days Ago

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In Home Care Provider
  • TLC Home Care Services
  • Harrisburg, IL FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • In Home Caregiver This job is fulfilling to be able to help mainly senior citizens. It ranges from light cleaning, meal preps, getting groceries, companionship, helping them getting around etc. These ...
  • 8 Days Ago

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In Home Care Provider
  • TLC Home Care Services
  • Carbondale, IL PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • In Home Caregiver This job is fulfilling to be able to help mainly senior citizens. It ranges from light cleaning, meal preps, getting groceries, companionship, helping them getting around etc. These ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Warehouse Logistics & Order Selector
  • Sysco Foods
  • Evansville, IN
  • Responsibilities This is a warehouse position responsible for operating an electric pallet jack, or forklift, to select ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Eligibility Specialist - Case Manager
  • DFR
  • Evansville, IN
  • Overview: THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN EVANSVILLE, INDIANA. Knowledge Services has an opportunity for individuals drawn t...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Registered Nurse RN Long Term Acute Care LTAC
  • OneStaffMedical
  • EVANSVILLE, IN
  • We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently - owned, nationally - recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Hygienist
  • GoTu
  • Evansville, IN
  • Pay Range: $40-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Hygienist - choose your shift
  • GoTu
  • Evansville, IN
  • Pay Range: $40-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Dental Hygienist
  • GoTu
  • Evansville, IN
  • Pay Range: $40-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RDH (Registered Dental Hygienist)- Make your Own Schedule and Choose Your Pay
  • GoTu
  • Evansville, IN
  • Pay Range: $40-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Hygienist - choose your schedule
  • GoTu
  • Evansville, IN
  • Pay Range: $40-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Evansville is a city and the county seat of Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States. The population was 117,429 at the 2010 census, making it the state's third-most populous city after Indianapolis and Fort Wayne, the largest city in Southern Indiana, and the 232nd-most populous city in the United States. It is the commercial, medical, and cultural hub of Southwestern Indiana and the Illinois-Indiana-Kentucky tri-state area, home to over 911,000 people. The 38th parallel crosses the north side of the city and is marked on Interstate 69. Situated on an oxbow in the Ohio River, the city is of...
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Income Estimation for Discharge Planner - Home Care jobs
$64,888 to $80,020
Evansville, Indiana area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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