Complex Discharge Planner (RN)

Centene Corporation

6d • $27 - $49 • Remote

About The Position

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management/Health Services team. Centene is a diversified, national organization offering competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility. RN required. Must be licensed in Nevada. Position Purpose: Develops, assesses, and coordinates complex discharge plans for high-risk members based upon needs assessment. Assists with the facilitation of a smooth transition from the acute care setting to the next level of care and educates members and their families/caregivers on discharge plan to ensure appropriate high-quality transitional care.

Requirements

• Requires Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and 2 – 4 years of related experience.
• 2+ years of acute care experience required.
• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required
• RN required. Must be licensed in Nevada.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical knowledge of discharge planning competencies preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations preferred.
• Knowledge of utilization management processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops complex discharge plans based on level of care of members needs determined by needs assessment to ensure appropriate level of care
• Interacts with providers, community agencies, and other utilization review staff to coordinate and ensure a safe, effective, and clinically appropriate transition plan for the member
• Assists with managing member’s discharge plans to ensure a timely and smooth discharge between levels of care and facilities
• Collects, documents, and maintains all discharge plans taken on member medical records in health management systems according to utilization management policies and guidelines
• Assists with providing education to members and their families on discharge plan and utilization processes to ensure high quality appropriate care to members, as applicable
• Provides feedback to leadership on opportunities to improve the discharge planning process for members to ensure high-quality transitional care
• Coordinates and assists with completion of prior authorizations as they related to discharge planning, as applicable
• Assists concurrent review team as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Benefits

• Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.
• Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status.
• Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives.
• Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level