Discharge Planner II (LVN) - Utilization Management

Montclair Hospital Medical Center•Montclair, CA

5d•$25 - $36

About The Position

Overview Montclair Hospital Medical Center is a 106-bed acute care, not-for-profit community hospital, received the “100 Top Hospital” in the nation award from IBM Watson Health, the Patient Safety Excellence award from Healthgrades®, and the Women's Choice Award® for America's Best Emergency Care. For more information visit Montclair-hospital.org At Montclair Hospital Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Why Prime Healthcare? Montclair Hospital Medical Center is a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to: Paid Time Off 401K retirement plan Outstanding Medical Dental Vision Coverage Tuition Reimbursement Many more Voluntary Benefit Options! Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. This is a Fast-paced work environment in which you can take pride in serving an underserved community. Come Join a Team of Dedicated Healthcare Workers!!! Montclair Hospital Medical Center is nationally recognized, locally preferred, and community focused.

Requirements

Knowledge in discharge planning/utilization management/case management terminology and functions, in both managed care and non-managed care environments.
Active state LVN license required upon hire and maintain current.
Current BCLS (AHA) or (ARC) certificate required upon hire and maintain current.
Experience in basic to intermediate computer skills/knowledge.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the coordination of the various activities of the Case Management Department under the direction of the assigned Case Manager/Social Worker in the development and implementation of the discharge plan.
Maintains and coordinates Medicaid state submission forms for presentation to on-site reviewer and files them accordingly or as per facility’s procedure.
Assists with case management referrals, discharge planning as assigned, by interviewing patients/families, follow-up on required assignments and organizing the development of a safe patient-focused discharge plan.
Provides clear verbal and written communication of all discharge planning information to stakeholders.