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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Responsible for the coordination of the various activities of the Case Management Department under the direction of the assigned Case Manager/Social Worker assist with development and implementations of discharge plans. Assists with case management referrals and authorizations. Maintains and coordinates Medicaid state submission forms for presentation to on-site reviewer and files them accordingly or as per facilitys procedure. Assists with Discharge Planning as assigned by interviewing patients/families and gathering data to develop a safe patient-focused Discharge Plan.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Knowledge of Discharge Planning/ Utilization Management / Case Management terminology and functions, in both managed care and non-managed care environments.2. Active state LPN license required upon hire and maintain current.3. Experience in basic to intermediate computer skills/knowledge4. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate required upon hire and maintain current.
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