RN Discharge Planner

National Health Care Associates•Glastonbury, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As a RN Discharge Planner, your advocacy will ensure our short-term, skilled nursing patients are medically stable with a safe discharge plan to promote success in the community and limit readmissions. If you are a compassionate and organized healthcare professional with a passion for ensuring positive patient outcomes, consider joining our team. Make a real difference in people's lives in an organization where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.

Requirements

Valid state RN license preferred
Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office 365
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in skilled nursing facilities, clinical reimbursement, concurrent review and/or utilization management is desirable
Experience/knowledge of Medicare guidelines, InterQual and/or McKesson

Responsibilities

Advocate for residents' rights and preferences
Review clinical documentation to define expectations, criteria, and variables that will impact the care plan and outcomes
Collaborate with treatment team to create a patient-centered case of medical necessity and rationale for skilled nursing coverage
Provide rationale and supporting documentation regarding continuum of care to promote best practice outcomes and patient-centered discharge planning
Develop and maintain relationships with insurance representatives and facilitate managed care team meetings