Discharge Planner -Full-Time

CorrectHealth

16h•Onsite

About The Position

CorrectHealth is a multi-disciplinary medical organization that provides high quality, cost-effective, comprehensive healthcare inside the walls of correctional facilities. The foundation of our company was established by a group of talented ER professionals. Currently, CorrectHealth provides high quality, cost-effective, comprehensive healthcare services inside the walls of more than 40 correctional facilities throughout Georgia and Louisiana. The Discharge Planner provides evidence-based patient care that promotes a successful transition from a correctional setting. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON), and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, the Discharge Planner is responsible for managing patient discharge including access to medication, follow-up appointments and coordination with community-based organizations for continuity of care post-release. Maintains compliance with the State Board of Nursing, NCCHC and ACA, including accurate medical records complying with federal and state requirements including HIPAA, PREA, etc.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN or RN Nursing program
Current Licensed Practical/Vocational Nursing (LPN/LVN) or RN License required
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) required
Minimum two (2) years of nursing experience
Experience working with diverse populations
Critical and analytical thinking
High degree of confidentiality
Ability to communicate (oral and written) with all levels of staff

Nice To Haves

Experience in Corrections
Experience in Emergency
Experience in Psychiatry

Responsibilities

Initiate and coordinate discharge planning for incarcerated patients with identified medical, mental health, substance use, or chronic care needs in accordance with NCCHC continuity of care standards.
Identify patients at risk for interrupted care upon release, including those with chronic illness, pregnancy, infectious disease, serious mental illness, or ongoing medication needs, and prioritize timely discharge planning interventions.
Coordinate continuity of care for individuals released to the community, including referrals to community clinics, health departments, mental health providers, opioid treatment programs, and emergency resources.
Arrange continuity appointments with community providers, clinics, public health departments, substance use treatment programs, and mental health services as indicated, consistent with NCCHC Access to Care and Discharge Planning standards.
Facilitate timely handoff of key health information (e.g., medication lists, recent treatments, follow‑up needs) to patients and receiving providers when feasible, recognizing jail release constraints.
Assist in ensuring patients are released with an appropriate supply of medications or prescriptions, as ordered by a licensed provider, to prevent gaps in treatment following release.
Provide patient education regarding medications, follow-up care, warning signs, and how to access community health resources, within LPN scope of practice.
Verify that discharge instructions are clear, culturally appropriate, and documented accurately in the health record.
Accurately document discharge planning activities, referrals, patient education, and continuity-of-care arrangements in the health record in alignment with NCCHC 2026 Supporting Survey Documentation requirements.
Participate in quality improvement activities related to discharge planning outcomes, missed appointments, medication continuity, or readmissions as assigned.
Adhere to NCCHC standards, facility policies, and state Nurse Practice Act requirements while performing discharge planning functions under appropriate supervision.
Advocate for the patient access to necessary post-release health services and assist patients in understanding how to navigate community health systems upon discharge.
Support patient self-management by reinforcing education on chronic disease care, infectious disease follow-up, and preventive health needs prior to release.
Communicate unresolved discharge needs to supervisor or providers when release occurs before full planning can be completed.
Performs other related nursing duties as assigned and may be floated to other departments or clinical areas as operational needs arise.