Transitional Care Coordinator - (TCC) - FT - Mon - Fri

About the role

The role involves performing a wide range of support services for the Case Management Staff. This includes assisting the RN Case Manager/Social Worker with discharge planning, continuum placement, communication with insurance companies, and gathering of data. The coordinator works collaboratively with the Physician and other members of the health care team, supporting patient care monitoring, coordination, and facilitation.

Demonstrates good communication skills, judgment, and maturity with patients, staff, and personnel. Interacts with patients in various age groups, from neonate to geriatric. Performs clinical duties in accordance with population-specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Documents activities in patient record in a consistent and timely manner, including progress toward goals, discharge planning, and continuum placement.
• Responds to all referrals on the same day received, as evidenced by documentation in the medical record.
• Maintains detailed knowledge of community resources, PPO's, and HMO's to facilitate appropriate patient outcomes.
• Performs all tasks in a timely manner and assists in monitoring length of stay.
• Reviews patient's medical records for appropriate documentation as requested.
• Assertively seeks nursing home placement once the need is identified through timely form completion, faxing, and expedient communication with all parties involved.
• Arranges appropriate discharge services.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, two (2) years of healthcare experience, and current Georgia LPN licensure. Preferred qualifications include a licensed practical nurse with active Georgia licensure or an Associates Degree in Health or Human Services.

Qualifications

Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Computer knowledge and ability to collect data. Demonstrates the ability to 'think outside of the box' and consistently creates new, and effective solutions to today's problems and opportunities. Consistently demonstrates a 'sense of urgency' in his/her work, while mindful of the pillars and financial stewardship opportunities.

Skills

Essential tasks and responsibilities include demonstrating good communication skills, judgment, and maturity with patients, staff, and personnel. Interacts with patients in various age groups, from neonate to geriatric. Performs clinical duties in accordance with population-specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.

Benefits

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Pay

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