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)
The Discharge Planner assists the licensed Social Worker, RN Case Manager, Physician, and/or any other member of the healthcare team in coordinating, negotiating, procuring, and facilitating the patient’s discharge plan for the achievement of quality and cost-effective outcomes. The Discharge Planner will work in collaboration with interdisciplinary systems that are both internal and external to the Midland Memorial Hospital. The Discharge Planner will participate in quality improvement and evaluation processes related to the discharge planning.
SHIFT AND SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM or Friday - Sunday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to:
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