Discharge Planner Position Available In Lafayette, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: The Discharge Planner role at 2520 North University Avenue in Lafayette, LA involves developing aftercare plans, setting discharge appointments, coordinating community resources, and ensuring clear documentation for patient care. Requirements include an associate's degree in nursing or human services, with experience in a clinical setting and discharge planning preferred. LPN or RN licensure may be required.
Job Description
Discharge Planner 2.6 2.6 out of 5 stars 2520 North University Avenue, Lafayette, LA 70507 ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS
Develop continuing after care plan, based on patient’s needs, to promote long term health and relapse prevention. Responsible for setting discharge appointments for patients, including group or individual therapy, psychologist or psychiatrist. Make arrangements for community resources to facilitate discharge. Provide all needed documentation to other providers to facilitate the continuum of care. Act as a liaison between referral sources, patients and counselors. Ensure all patient discharge planning documentation is clear, concise and timely.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Associates degree in nursing or human services field required. Bachelor’s degree in social work or human services field preferred. One or more years’ experience in a clinical setting preferred. One or more years’ experience in discharge planning preferred.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS
If applicable, current licensure as a LPN, RN within the state where the facility provides services. CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility. Experience Required Associates degree in nursing or human services field required. Bachelor’s degree in social work or human services field preferred. One or more years’ experience in a clinical setting preferred. One or more years’ experience in discharge planning preferred. Education Required Associates or better in Nursing/Healthcare or related field Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
