RN Patient Placement Coordinator

Company: Prisma Health
Location: Greenville
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

Transforming Healthcare TogetherJob SummaryEvaluate and coordinate patient readiness and transfer for post-acute services within Prisma Health, ensuring quality and cost-effective clinical resource utilization. Key responsibilities include patient and family education, discharge planning, and financial assessment for Subacute, LTC, Inpatient Rehabilitation, and Long Term Acute Care services. AccountabilitiesPatient Assessment

• Assess referred patients to identify the need and appropriateness for Post-Acute Services.
• Communicate results of physical, psychosocial, and financial assessments with patients, physicians, and healthcare teams.
• Collaborate with Discharge Planners to formulate patient-centered plans.
• Maintain in-depth understanding of admission criteria for post-acute care services.Planning
  • Work with patients, families, and healthcare teams to formulate placement plans, updating goals and plans daily as needed.
  • Attend discharge rounds to facilitate complex patient management and recommend post-acute care services.
  • Maintain open communication with healthcare teams regarding patient status and potential next steps.Implementation
    • Involve patients and families in admission planning and preparation for discharge, considering cultural, ethnic, and religious beliefs.
    • Advise discharge teams on patient readiness for community discharge.
    • Conduct preadmission physical assessments and rehab evaluations to determine placement.
    • Identify and address potential delays in care provision.
    • Integrate knowledge of payor requirements and federal/state regulations for post-acute care services.
    • Collaborate with family and financial counselors to optimize resource utilization.
    • Provide patient and family education for continuum of care and community transition.
    • Implement guidelines established by regulatory and accrediting agencies.Program Tracking and Evaluation
      • Monitor and analyze clinical and fiscal outcomes, presenting data to management.
      • Collect clinical data for evaluation of CMG's and RUGS, ensuring compliance with government regulations.
      • Participate in program evaluation, CQI studies, and performance improvements for post-acute facilities.
      • Maintain database of referrals and admissions for reporting purposes.
      • Collaborate with team members to perform quarterly program quality audits, identifying opportunities for improvement.Leadership
        • Act as a clinical resource for staff, maintaining strong knowledge base in post-acute care services.
        • Provide information and resources on specialty rehab services through the GHS website and toll-free telephone number.
        • Participate in management groups, nursing committees, and quality improvement projects, demonstrating leadership.
        • Serve as a clinical resource to the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
        • Orient and train new employees on post-acute admission criteria and department policies.
        • Seek opportunities for continuing education and professional development.Program Marketing and Network Development
          • Market post-acute services to hospitals and physicians within service areas.
          • Create and deliver presentations on post-acute services to healthcare professionals.
          • Develop and maintain strong referral sources within the Greenville Health System.Supervisory/Management ResponsibilitiesThis is a non-management role that reports to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.Minimum EducationAssociate's Degree - NursingMinimum Experience2 years of post-acute related experienceRequired Certifications/Registrations/LicensesRN - REGISTERED NURSE - NLRNOther Required ExperienceBachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) - PreferredCertified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) - PreferredWork ShiftDay (United States of America)LocationRoger C Peace Rehab HospFacility1010 Roger C Peace Rehabilitation HospitalDepartment Post-Acute Bed Placement

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