Discharge Facilitator - Case Management
Company: New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: June 24, 2022
|
|
Job Description:
Job DescriptionDescription About NHRMC NHRMC, established in
1967 in Wilmington, NC, is recognized as a preeminent healthcare
organization focused on leading our community to outstanding
health. We have an 855 bed network of hospitals and multi-specialty
physician group practices with more than 200 physicians. With a
network of primary, specialty, neighborhood clinics and regional
medical centers; you will find our culture is the very definition
of best in practice. Join us and find out how many ways NHRMC
offers you the chance to focus on what really matters - our
patients and community. About the Job Location: New Hanover
Regional Medical CenterDepartment: Case ManagementFull Time
Equivalent: FTE: 1.000000 Work Type: 64 to 80 Hours Pay Period Work
Schedule: 8HR DAY - Most of shift btwn 7A-3P Exempt from Overtime:
Exempt: No What You'll Do Summary:Works under the direction of the
Manager for Case Management to provide support for discharge
process. Performs follow up tasks identified by the discharge
planners during the initial and ongoing phases of discharge
planning for management of patients across the
continuum.Responsibilities: Completes tasks related to transfer of
patients to extended care facility including communicating with
extended care facility related to bed availability, faxing of
initial referral information, assuring transfer documentation
completion, arranging transportation, confirmation of arrangements.
communication with families of transfer arrangements. Uses
electronic and web based communication systems to communicate with
outside agencies to facilitate transition planning. Provides and
educates families with "Medicare 2 nd Notice" letters as directed
by Case Managers. Notarizes advanced care planning documents upon
request. Provides list of facilities upon request to
families/patients. Acts as liaison to Medical Records for the
obtaining of records to facilitate patient transitional planning.
Upon request of the discharge planner, mass faxes patient
information to area facilities for bed offer. Secures requested
information for the healthcare team, patient/family. Supports the
Case Manager in tasks related to discharge to home/community
including arranging transportation, confirming community
arrangements, providing requested information via phone or fax.
Assists with special programs including data collection for process
improvement projects. Completes a variety of department specific
tasks to assist with optimal department safety and functioning.
Appropriately communicates information in accordance with hospital
policies and procedures. Organizes and performs work effectively
and efficiently. Maintains and adjust schedule to enhance team
performance. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in
dealing with all members of the team. Communicates via electronic
discharge system to obtain Medicaid authorization for patients
discharging to SNFs. Position Requirements
Credentials:Education:Essential:* High School DiplomaOther
information:Education: Graduate of two-year degree program or 2
years work experience commensurate with job Experience: Two years
of related work in healthcare environment is required, 4 years
preferred. Must have sound knowledge of medical terminology.
Demonstrates standards of performance (ownership, teamwork,
communication, compassion) that support patient satisfaction and
principles of service excellence. Performs other duties as
assigned. Individual will possess commensurate combination of
education, experience and qualifications. Other Information This
position description has been designed to indicate the general
nature and level of work performed by employees within this
classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as
a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and
qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to
the position. Depending on the location of the job, duties may
vary. Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a
promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind; my
employment with the Company is at will.Member Top 100 Hospitals -
In 2016 NHRMC was recognized as a Top 100 Hospital demonstrating
significant investment and financial sustainability for the
communities we serve. Newsweek's 2020 list of Best Maternity Care
Hospitals - NHRMC Betty H. Cameron Women's & Children's Hospital
was named as a Best Maternity Care Hospital by Newsweek. Forbes
America's Best Large Employers 2018 and 2019- Link Becker's 150 Top
Places to Work in Healthcare- Link Healthgrades Outstanding Patient
Experience Consider a career at NHRMC and become part of this award
winning team!
Keywords: New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Wilmington , Discharge Facilitator - Case Management, Executive , Wilmington, North Carolina
Click
here to apply!
|