Discharge Plan Manager Case Management, York

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • York, PA

282d • $32 - $50

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a Discharge Plan Manager for our Case Management department in York! This is a full time, day shift position working a rotating weekend and holiday schedule. The Discharge Plan Manager functions as the coordinator and is accountable for all post-discharge needs and acts as financial steward for the hospital by assessing for relevant factors, engaging with the care team, and placing a focus on an optimal discharge plan with timely utilization of hospital resources. This optimal discharge plan reviews discipline recommendations and coordinates necessary care for positive patient outcomes outside of the inpatient setting.

Requirements

• Diploma or associate degree in nursing and active Registered Nurse license with at least one year of experience in discharge planning/care coordination required.
• Bachelor's degree in social work or another health or human services field that promotes the physical, psychosocial, and/or vocational well-being of those being served required, with a Master's degree preferred.
• At least one year of experience in discharge planning/care coordination required.
• Must possess knowledge in navigating communications with payer sources and programs.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of regulatory guidelines.
• Must be skilled in planning/organization, follow up/control, delegation, problem solving, self-development, organizational behaviors/competencies.
• Must be able to read, understand, analyze, and interpret medical record documents.
• Demonstrate ability to function independently, taking initiative to be proactive and drive a discharge plan while working with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• CCM or ACM or other nursing or social work certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify clinical, psychosocial, historical, financial, cultural, and spiritual needs that guide the planning process with the patient to attain optimal outcomes.
• Evaluate patient/family/caregiver level of understanding and engagement with the progress toward goals and incorporate findings into the plan of care.
• Complete detailed assessment on every patient to establish understanding of medical and social factors, determine patient's capacity for self-care, identify support systems, outline barriers to discharge, and determine likeliness of requiring post-hospital services.
• Facilitate teams to develop and execute safe and efficient discharges.
• Ensure appropriate arrangements for post-hospital care will be made before discharge and work to avoid unnecessary delays in discharge.
• Engage in clear communication with the patient/member/caregivers as well as the interdisciplinary care team to develop discharge plans.
• Serve as a liaison between the patient and the care team.
• Recognize and demonstrate shared accountability in development of a discharge plan with the patient/member/caregiver as well as with team members.
• Advocate on behalf of patient/family/caregivers for services access and for the protection of the patient's health, well-being, safety, and rights.
• Manage cost of care with the benefits of patient safety, clinical quality, risk and patient satisfaction to provide recommendations and decisions that ensure optimal outcomes.
• Embrace and incorporate innovation and technology to improve collaboration and patient outcomes.
• Document care in patient medical chart.
• Provide staff orientation and mentoring as appropriate.

Benefits

• $6,000 Sign on Bonus with a 2 year commitment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree