Patient Discharge Specialist
1 month ago
Overview The Patient Discharge Specialist assists the Patient Care Facilitator or designee on units without a Patient Care Facilitator by implementing the arrangements required for patients who will be discharged or transferred from the hospital to an extended care facility, home, or another appropriate level of care. The Patient Discharge Specialist provides logistical support for the discharge care plan, including: verifying insurance benefits for coverage of post-discharge needs; communicating with patient/family for elicitation of choice and providing education as to available options; completing required documentation and disseminating it to community service providers and payors; coordinating discharge/admission hand-offs and transportation needs; and coordinating recommended post-discharge equipment needs. Qualifications Licensure/Certification/Registry: (preferred not required): Valid state license to practice practical nursing (LPN). Experience: Minimum of two years of acute care or long term care experience. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Understanding of healthcare reimbursement mechanisms required. Strong oral and written communication skills required. Customer service experience and/or training preferred. Office computer skills required. Responsibilities 1. Discharge Coordination: Communicates daily with Patient Care Facilitator or Social Work staff on units without a Patient Care Facilitator to coordinate arrangements outlined in patient discharge plans. Be able to problem-solve and discuss options for complex patients with multiple discharge needs. Interacts with patients and/or families to discuss discharge preferences, including options for extended care facilities for short- or long-term placements, elicit choice of facilities. Referrals sent to facilities for review, updated communication of new needs/care, coordination of transfer to facility. Interacts with patients and /or families to discuss discharge preferences, including options of home health services for home services when appropriate, elicit choice of home health agency. Referrals to agencies for review, updated communication of new needs/care, coordination of home health agency's first visit to patient's home. Confirm patient's status at nursing facility if a nursing home resident and provide regular updates on the patient's condition and new needs, coordinate transfer back to nursing facility. Confirm patient's status with home health agency if receiving home health services and provide regular updates on the patient's condition and new needs, coordinate first home health visit once patient returns home. Arrange for appropriate transportation mode for patient if needed and complete Physician Certification Statement for ambulance transports. Referral to State agencies for compliance with nursing home prescreens and criminal background checks. Compile face-to-face documentation for Medicare/Medicaid coverage of discharge services, such as home health services; send documentation to home health agency. Presents final discharge plan to patient/family and obtains signature(s) on the Discharge Worksheet indicating agreement. Processes patient applications, forms, etc. required for discharge services and copies of medical record. Completes phone contacts with potential community providers of needed services, ensuring timely follow up and closure on issues required for patient discharge. Completes calls to insurance carriers to verify benefits or obtain in-network list of in-network providers and complete appropriate documentation. Coordinates referrals to community skilled facilities or agencies to ensure the safe delivery of post-discharge services to patients. Obtains appropriate signature on final Medicare Important Message forms. 2. Utilization Management Department Support: Completes data collection as requested to meet departmental objectives and for work groups reviewing work processes. Performs follow up phone calls on patients/families with changes in discharge plans that occurred after discharge, or to follow up on identified issues that occurred prior to discharge. Complete appropriate documentation in patient record. Maintains solid working relationships with regional agencies, hospitals, and providers of needed services. Adheres to Statement of Values and Behavioral Standards. Participates in continuing education and in-service training to support professional growth and maintain expertise in discharge coordination function. Assists in the development of programs, policies, and procedures which support and guide the provision of services by the discharge specialist team. 3. Participates in departmental on-call and weekend coverage schedule.
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Patient Discharge Specialist
2 weeks ago
Springfield, United States Taylorville Memorial Hospital Full timeOverview The Patient Discharge Specialist assists the Patient Care Facilitator or designee on units without a Patient Care Facilitator by implementing the arrangements required for patients who will be discharged or transferred from the hospital to an extended care facility, home, or another appropriate level of care. The Patient Discharge Specialist...
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Springfield, Missouri, United States Mercy Full time**Job Summary:**We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our team as a Patient Flow Coordinator, responsible for ensuring seamless admission, discharge, and transfer processes for our patients.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough admission assessments on patients within 24 hours of admission.Identify and address barriers to discharge for patients...
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Springfield, Missouri, United States Mercy Full timeJob Summary:Mercy is seeking a skilled RN - ADT Admission, Discharge, and Transfers professional to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for ensuring a smooth patient flow process, from admission to discharge.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough admission assessments on patients within 24 hours of admission.Identify...
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Patient Transition Coordinator
2 weeks ago
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Patient Access Specialist
3 months ago
Springfield, United States Oregon Imaging Centers Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionOur scheduling team is growing! Oregon Imaging Centers, LLC (OIC) is currently seeking an experienced, compassionate, and enthusiastic Patient Access Specialist to join our scheduling team.The Patient Access Specialist is a full-time position (flexibility is critical for this position), and would be responsible for scheduling...
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Patient Transport Specialist
1 week ago
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Family and Patient Support Specialist
2 weeks ago
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Support Specialist for Patients and Families
2 weeks ago
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Case Manager/Discharge Planner/Social Worker
2 months ago
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Case Manager/Discharge Planner/Social Worker
3 months ago
Springfield, United States Springfield Hospital Inc. Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:The Case Manager/Discharge Planner/Social Worker will:Be responsible for coordinating and facilitating the discharge planning process for patients transitioning from our healthcare facility to their homes or other care settings. Work closely with patients, families, healthcare professionals, Utilization Review staff...
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Patient Intake Specialist
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Springfield, United States New England Dermatology PC Full timeDescription:New England Dermatology & Laser Center has been providing dermatology care to the greater Springfield community for over 50 years. We're adding a new Patient Intake Specialist position and looking for a team player with conscientious work ethics to join our busy specialty practice.Heavy in-person patient interaction. Primary duties include:...
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Springfield, United States Mercy Full timeRN- ADT Admission, Discharge, and Transfers3 (12s), Days, 0700-1900. Could also do 0500-1700. Every other weekend and holiday.Job Duties: Completes admission assessments on patients within 24 hours. Identifies barriers for discharge on patients with estimated discharge date for the next day.Qualifications:Education: Graduated from a school of nursing...
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Transfer Center Coordinator
11 hours ago
Springfield, Missouri, United States CoxHealth Full timeJob SummaryThe Transfer Center Coordinator plays a pivotal role in facilitating the transfer and acceptance of patients, ensuring seamless coordination between multiple departments within each hospital. This position requires excellent communication skills, multi-tasking abilities, and a keen eye for detail to drive patient throughput and mitigate barriers...
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Springfield, United States Mercy Full timeRN- ADT Admission, Discharge, and Transfers 3 (12s), Days, 0700-1900. Could also do 0500-1700. Every other weekend and holiday. Job Duties: Completes admission assessments on patients within 24 hours. Identifies barriers for discharge on patients with estimated discharge date for the next day. Qualifications: Education: Graduated from a school of...
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Springfield, United States Mercy Full timeRN- ADT Admission, Discharge, and Transfers 3 (12s), Days, 0700-1900. Could also do 0500-1700. Every other weekend and holiday. Job Duties: Completes admission assessments on patients within 24 hours. Identifies barriers for discharge on patients with estimated discharge date for the next day. Qualifications: Education: Graduated from a school of...
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Patient Intake Specialist
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Springfield, United States New England Dermatology PC Full timeDescription: If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information. New England Dermatology & Laser Center has been providing dermatology care to the greater Springfield community for over 50 years. We're adding a new Patient Intake Specialist position and looking for a team...
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Registered Nurse
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Patient Care Specialist
2 weeks ago
Springfield, Missouri, United States Mercy Full timePosition Overview:As a Patient Care Specialist, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care to patients in critical care environments. This position is available in various units, including Neuro Trauma ICU, Cardiovascular ICU, Burn ICU, and Medical ICU, with options for both full-time and part-time schedules.Key Responsibilities:- Assist in...
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Patient Financial Services Specialist
2 weeks ago
Springfield, Georgia, United States Effingham Health System Full timePOSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Patient Access Manager, and in compliance with The Joint Commission, as well as federal, state, and local regulations, the Patient Financial Services Specialist will assist non-emergency patients with financial planning. This role includes patient registration for services, maintaining accurate documentation,...
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Springfield, United States Mercy Full timeRN- ADT Admission, Discharge, and Transfers3 (12s), Days, 0700-1900. Could also do 0500-1700. Every other weekend and holiday.Job Duties: Completes admission assessments on patients within 24 hours. Identifies barriers for discharge on patients with estimated discharge date for the next day.Qualifications:Education: Graduated from a school of nursing...
