Care Manager/Discharge Planner
About Us
Cooper University Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving residents and visitors throughout Cape May County. The system includes Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; three urgent care facilities; nearly 30 primary care and specialty care offices in multiple locations throughout Cape May County; The Cancer Center at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; the Claire C. Brodesser Surgery Center; AMI at Cooper, Miracles Fitness and numerous freestanding outpatient facilities providing wound care, lab, and physical therapy services. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part time employees a comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, on-site Early Education Center (employee discount), attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.
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Short Description
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify patient discharge and transition-of-care needs.
- Develop and coordinate individualized discharge plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
- Facilitate patient transitions to appropriate post-acute care settings and community resources.
- Coordinate referrals to home care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and other support services.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff to support timely and safe discharges.
- Obtain and manage payer authorizations and address insurance-related barriers to discharge.
- Educate patients and families regarding available resources, services, and discharge plans.
- Monitor and resolve barriers to discharge while ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
Experience Required
Previous acute care experience preferred.
Education Requirements
Bachelor Degree -Social Work/Registered Nurse required.
License/Certification Requirements
- RN licensure in the State of New Jersey.