Discharge Planner - Home Care jobs in New York

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
  • Infinite Care Consulting Services
  • Lake, NY FULL_TIME
  • Ten Broeck Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing is now hiring a full time Discharge Planner to join our team! Ten Broeck is a 258-bed facility that is recognized throughout the Hudson Valley for our outstanding delivery of subacute and long-term care.

    The Discharge Planner is responsible for managing and organizing the treatment plan and discharge of an assigned caseload. This position initiates individualized treatment plans, acts as an informational liaison between the facility and third-party payers as well as coordinates needed services for a safe and orderly discharge. This position works as part of an interdisciplinary team to enhance the quality of the patient’s stay. We work hard to provide a calm, friendly, and healthy environment for our residents and employees! Come work where you will truly be appreciated and where you will make a difference. Come work at Ten Broeck!

    WHY WORK FOR US? WE OFFER OUR DISCHARGE PLANNERS:

    • $5,000 Loan toward your first home purchase!
    • 401K with 50% employer match
    • Referral bonuses
    • Flexible Scheduling
    • Employee Discount Programs
    • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
    • Daily Pay


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A DISCHARGE PLANNER:

    • Regularly assesses the needs of the patient, interact with all disciplines to ensure those needs are met within the plan of care.
    • Reports all cases of alleged violations involving mistreatment, neglect, or abuse, including injuries of unknown sources.
    • Attends Medicare meetings, subacute meetings, departmental meetings, and all others as assigned by the supervisor.
    • Responsible for providing therapeutic interactions to patients and families where problems or attitudes may interfere with the patient’s care.
    • Assists patients/responsible parties on day of admission with appropriate forms. Ensures that the patient’s civil, personal and property rights are protected, and that the patient and responsible party understand these rights. Explains all forms including the Self Determination Act.
    • Completes all documentation timely.
    • Completes the social service section of the MDS as assigned.
    • Participates in the interdisciplinary care plan meetings and invites the patient and family to attend. Reports on assigned residents, addressing Resident Assessment Protocol Triggers.
    • Acts as a discharge planner.
    • Prepares resident and family for discharge. Provides appropriate services and preparation for an orderly and appropriate discharge. Documents same in the medical record.
    • In case of hospitalization, explains bed retention policy to patient and responsible party verbally and in writing. Document notifications in the chart.
    • Provides consultation to other departments regarding an individual patient or general situation that may impact the well being of the patient.
    • Ensures that information regarding patients is kept confidential.
    • Maintains an understanding of Department of Health regulations, federal and state statutes and laws that impact the department and residents.
    • Attends department meetings as scheduled.
    • Submits a written monthly report to the Director of Resident and Family Services.
    • Forwards Rugs (Resource Utilization Groups) notification to residents and or designated representative and documents it.
    • Personal Trust Funds. Will contact families if funds are not available to purchase needed items.
    • Refers residents to the Adult Day Healthcare Program where appropriate.
    • Assist with transportation, if needed, to and from activities.
    • Assist resident to participate in individual activities of choice, i.e.: set up of equipment, providing sufficient lighting and space.
    • Inform residents of various activities available to them even when Activities staff are not available.


    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF A DISCHARGE PLANNER:

    • Push a wheelchair.
    • Lift a medical record.
    • Be able to visit each assigned resident/ patient within his or her domain.
    • Visual acuity is necessary to read medical chart and observe residents.


    DISCHARGE PLANNER QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Bachelor’s degree in a human service field preferred.
    • Previous case management and documentation experience preferred. Previous experience in healthcare required.
    • Interview and therapeutic relationship skills.
    • Knowledge of community, Human service agencies.
    • Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.


    We want to hear from YOU! APPLY NOW!

    We are located at 1 Commons Drive, Lake Katrine, NY 12449.
  • 2 Days Ago

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Discharge Planner
  • Infinite Care Consulting
  • Lake, NY FULL_TIME
  • Ten Broeck Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing is now hiring a full time Discharge Planner to join our team! Ten Broeck is a 258-bed facility that is recognized throughout the Hudson Valley for our ou...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Discharge Planner
  • Centers Health Care
  • Syracuse, NY FULL_TIME
  • Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is looking for a Discharge Planner to work in our facility in Syracuse, NY. DUTIES: Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, social ...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Discharge Planner
  • Centers Health Care
  • Schenectady, NY FULL_TIME
  • Schenectady Center is hiring a Discharge Planner in Schenectady, NY DUTIES: Interviewing residents and their families Provide psychosocial assessment and counseling to residents and families Developin...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Discharge Planner
  • Ten Broeck Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
  • Lake, NY FULL_TIME
  • Ten Broeck Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing is now hiring a full time Discharge Planner to join our team! Ten Broeck is a 258-bed facility that is recognized throughout the Hudson Valley for our ou...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Discharge Planner
  • St. John's Riverside Hospital
  • Yonkers, NY FULL_TIME
  • Overview St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester commun...
  • 14 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

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Income Estimation for Discharge Planner - Home Care jobs
$73,270 to $90,353

Discharge Planner - Home Care in New London, CT
Transitional care has become an important service within the home care industry due to the dedicated care at home that many patients require to recuperate and avoid a trip back to the hospital following a discharge.
January 23, 2020
Discharge Planner - Home Care in Poughkeepsie, NY
Hospitals are blocking access to discharge planners.
February 01, 2020
Discharge Planner - Home Care in Fort Wayne, IN
And nowhere is that more true than with hospital dischargers.
December 15, 2019