Discharge Planner, LVN - After hours

Regal Medical Group • Los Angeles, CA

52d • $38 - $50 • Remote

About The Position

The Inpatient Discharge Planner, LVN - Afterhours plays a critical role in ensuring a seamless transition for patients from acute Hospital care to their next phase of recovery, whether that be home, a rehabilitation facility, or another care setting. This position involves assessing patients need , coordinating post-discharge services, and collaborating with healthcare providers, patients, and families to develop and implement comprehensive discharge plans.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Registered Nursing Program or Licensed Vocational Nursing Program.
• Current California Licenses
• Acute Care Required
• Hospital experience
• Care planning
• Discharge planning
• Typing 40 words per minutes with accuracy.
• Knowledge of computers, faxes, printers and all other equipment.
• Knowledgeable in MS Office programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and Power Point).
• Ability to deal with responsibility with confidential matters.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Healthcare and Managed Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews Nurse Case Manager’s documentation to assist with determination of discharge needs
• Implement individualized discharge plans in collaboration with Case Management, physicians, nurses, hospital case management teams, and other healthcare professionals.
• Obtain orders and ensure arrangement of post-discharge services such as home health, medical equipment, or placement in skill nursing or other lower level of care based on patient needs.
• Pull records and obtain any necessary forms required for discharge planning.
• Follow up on any discharge needs to ensure completion.
• Provide clear, compassionate guidance to patients and their families about discharge plans and follow-up care instructions.
• Participate in daily rounds to ensure timely discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of discharge plans, interventions, and communications in patient’s case.
• Identify and address barriers to discharge, escalating to Case Management or Medical Directors for resolution as needed.
• Communicate post discharge arrangements to hospital case management, nursing staff, or physicians to ensure a smooth transition.
• Performs all other duties as directed by management.

Benefits

• Employer-paid comprehensive medical, pharmacy, and dental for employees
• Vision insurance
• Zero co-payments for employed physician office visits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Behavioral Health Services
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Income Protection Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Company celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• License Renewal CEU Cost Reimbursement Program
• Business-casual working environment
• Sick days
• Paid holidays
• Mileage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees