LVN Discharge Planner, Care Management, Per diem, Days, includes weekend shifts

The LVN Discharge Planner provides discharge planning by collaboratively determining level of care needs beyond acute care, providing decision support to patients and families and physicians, managing patient and family expectations and ensuring a smooth transition to the next level of care and services. The LVN Discharge Planner assists in the appropriate utilization of hospital services, maximizing reimbursement from all third-party payers, and education of medical / hospital staff about healthcare options.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation's top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. org or follow us on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram .

Knowledge of medical terminology and current third-party payer reimbursement methodologies

Utilizes the approved process to resolve biophysical, psychological, educational and environmental needs of patient / significant others when administering or explaining care.

Maintain an active California LVN license.

LA City Fire Card within 6 months of employment (PHGSH only)

Minimum of 2 years' acute hospital experience.

Computer proficiency

Previous case management experience preferred.

Understands treatment plans and healthcare delivery system.

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