Manager, Discharge Planning/Case Management-RN

Job description

The Manager, Discharge Planning/Case Management-RN oversees hospital case management functions, including care coordination and discharge planning. This role is responsible for the planning, operations, and daily oversight of the department to facilitate the highest quality, cost-effective, evidence-based care across the healthcare continuum. The manager should support appropriate use of healthcare resources, regulatory compliance, and safe, efficient patient transitions across the continuum of care. Leadership & Team Management: - Supervise and support RN Discharge Planners and administrative support staff. - Develop and maintain job descriptions and policies and procedures to be compliant with accrediting and regulatory agencies. - Provide coaching, performance evaluations, and staff development. - Develop, maintain and oversee orientation plans for new staff, conducting new hire reviews according to Human Resource policies. - Develop staffing plans, schedules, and productivity benchmarks to ensure clinical competency and patient coverage. - Foster a collaborative, patient-centered team environment - Create and implement action plans based upon employee satisfaction surveys and o...