Discharge Planner - Home Care jobs in Delaware

Discharge Planner - Home Care coordinates the movement of patients between a hospital or skilled nursing facility and a home care or hospice arrangement. Reviews the patient's case and determines the best choice in services and facility to meet the medical and social needs of the patient. Being a Discharge Planner - Home Care ensures a safe transfer to a setting that meets the patient's needs and coordinates necessary services and staff required to complete the transfer. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Discharge Planner - Home Care typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Discharge Planner - Home Care gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Discharge Planner - Home Care typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Discharge Planner
  • SUN Behavioral Delaware
  • Georgetown, DE FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary

    Responsible for the coordination and implementation of case management strategies pursuant to the discharge process. To provide efficient, quality discharge planning services to patients and their families from initial intake to discharge; to serve as a member of interdisciplinary team supporting the organization's treatment program and philosophy and assure the deliverance of quality treatment to patients and their families. Participates in performance improvement activities. Attends 80% of staff meetings. Coordinates care for patient through communication with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Services, Nursing, and Intake Department. Attends treatment team meetings as scheduled.

    Position Responsibilities

    Clinical / Technical Skills (40% of performance review)

    • Evaluates patient care plans on a regular basis and updates the care plans when needed.
    • Faxes aftercare plans to referrals within 24 hours of discharge.
    • Plans patient care in collaboration with all members of the healthcare team.
    • Consults with other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities. Collaborates with other departments to identify operational problems and develop solutions/resolution.
    • Works with all members of the healthcare team to assure a collaborative approach is maintained in care and treatment of the patient.
    • Works closely with social worker to integrate psychosocial management of patient/family needs.
    • Attends treatment team daily, coordinates care plan with patient, MD, therapist and RN.
    • Initial discharge plan formulated and noted on psychosocial assessment form within 72 hours of admission
    • Assists the Utilization Management Department with all utilization activities as requested and directed.
    • Participates in education on and implementation of clinical guidelines and protocols.
    • Documentation meets current standards and policies.
    • Maintains optimal continuum of patient care through efficient and effective planning, assessing and coordination of healthcare services.
    • Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
    • Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
    • Develops and coordinates an individualized discharge plan for the patient by utilizing treatment team and written chart information to determine the patient's aftercare needs.
    • Accesses by phone or written correspondence family or community resources such as nursing homes, group homes, or private mental health practitioners to meet patients' aftercare needs.
    • Coordinates with team members to incorporate discharge planning in all phases of patient care by discussing written progress notes from charts and communicating any state or local agency legal requirement for referral/discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team.
    • Documents treatment provided to patient in medical record.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    Safety (15% of performance review)

    • Strives to create a safe, healing environment for patients and family members
    • Follows all safety rules while on the job.
    • Reports near misses, as well as errors and accidents promptly.
    • Corrects minor safety hazards.
    • Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
    • Attends all required safety programs and understands responsibilities related to general, department, and job specific safety.
    • Participates in quality projects, as assigned, and supports quality initiatives.
    • Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.

    Teamwork (15% of performance review)

    • Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
    • Responds willingly to colleagues and serves as an active part of the hospital team.
    • Builds collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians.
    • The ability to retrieve, communicate, and present data and information both verbally and in writing as required
    • Demonstrates listening skills and the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.
    • Demonstrates adequate skills in all forms of communication.
    • Adheres to the Standards of Behavior

    Integrity (15% of performance review)

    • Strives to always do the right thing for the patient, coworkers, and the hospital
    • Adheres to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and laws.
    • Applies the Mission and Values of SUN Behavioral Health to personal practice and commits to service excellence.
    • Supports and demonstrates fiscal responsibility through supply usage, ordering of supplies, and conservation of facility resources.
    • Completes required trainings within defined time periods, as established by job description, policies, or hospital leadership
    • Exemplifies professionalism through good attendance and positive attitude, at all times.
    • Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information, following HIPAA and other privacy laws.
    • Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following federal and state guidelines.

    Compassion (15% of performance review)

    • Demonstrates accountability for ensuring the highest quality patient care for patients.
    • Willingness to be accepting of those in need, and to extend a helping hand
    • Desire to go above and beyond for others
    • Understanding and accepting of cultural diversity and differences

    Education

    • Required: Bachelors degree in a behavioral health field or business administration. CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification.
    • Preferred: LPN, LVN, LCSW, LMSW, LPC, or RN preferred
    • Maintains education and development appropriate for position
    • May substitute experience for education

    Experience

    • Required: One or more years acute hospital, home health, hospice, inpatient mental facility experience required (as applicable).
    • Preferred: Prior discharge planning experience preferred.
  • 6 Days Ago

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Discharge Planner
  • SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP
  • Georgetown, DE OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: SUN Behavioral Delaware - Georgetown, DE Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Bachelors Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Days Job Category: H...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse in Home Care
  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Seaford, DE FULL_TIME
  • Come for the Flexibility, Stay for the Culture Needing more 'life' in your work-life balance? Apply to our talent network today!BAYADA Offers Our Registered Nurses:One on one careFlexible scheduling b...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse (Home Care)
  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Milton, DE FULL_TIME
  • Come for the Flexibility, Stay for the CultureBAYADA Home Health Care was founded on the principle that health care gets better when clients get better care at homeā€”the place they most want to be. Del...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Home Care Administrator
  • Patriot Home Care
  • Wilmington, DE OTHER
  • Overview We are seeking a Home Care Administrator to join our team. The Home Care Administrator will be responsible for overseeing the office facility and day to day operations. The Branch Manager wil...
  • 1 Month Ago

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RN / Registered Nurse - Home Care
  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Castle, DE PART_TIME
  • Come for the Flexibility, Stay for the Culture Are you feeling burned out? Craving work-life balance?BAYADA Offers Our RNs:One on one careFlexible scheduling based on your preferencesWeekly payPrevent...
  • 6 Days Ago

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DISCHARGE PLANNER
  • UHS
  • Anchorage, AK
  • Responsibilities Discharge Planner - Join Our Team at North Star Behavioral Health North Star Behavioral Health, Alaska'...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Discharge Planner
  • Franciscan Health
  • Lafayette, IN
  • Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus 1701 South Creasy Lane Lafayette, Indiana 47905 WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries an...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Discharge Planner
  • WVU Medicine
  • Glen Dale, WV
  • Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Discharge Planner
  • St. John's Riverside Hospital
  • Yonkers, NY
  • Overview: St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizin...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Discharge Planner
  • Naphcare, Inc.
  • Oregon City, OR
  • Overview: NaphCare is partnering with Everhealth to hire Discharge Planner just like you to join our team at the Clackam...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Discharge Planner
  • Naphcare, Inc.
  • Fort Pierce, FL
  • Overview: NaphCare is hiring an experienced Medical Discharge Planner just like you to join our team at the St. Lucie Co...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Discharge Planner
  • HC&N Healthcare Solutions
  • Nashville, TN
  • Discharge Planner Job Description: The position requires attending daily morning meetings. weekly UR meetings, leading, ...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Discharge Planner
  • NaphCare
  • Fort Pierce, FL
  • Overview NaphCare is hiring an experienced Medical Discharge Planner just like you to join our team at the St. Lucie Cou...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Delaware is 96 miles (154 km) long and ranges from 9 miles (14 km) to 35 miles (56 km) across, totaling 1,954 square miles (5,060 km2), making it the second-smallest state in the United States after Rhode Island. Delaware is bounded to the north by Pennsylvania; to the east by the Delaware River, Delaware Bay, New Jersey and the Atlantic Ocean; and to the west and south by Maryland. Small portions of Delaware are also situated on the eastern side of the Delaware River sharing land boundaries with New Jersey. The state of Delaware, together with the Eastern Shore counties of Maryland and two co...
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