Discharge Planner-LPN - Full Time First Shift

DepartmentNURSE CASE MANAGERS - 208415Worker Sub TypeRegularWork ShiftFirst Shift (United States of America)Pay Grade5N5Job DescriptionThe LPN Case Manager will assist the RN Case Managers in their daily role and processes to organize and facilitate thorough discharge plans for the patients. The LPN Case Manager will be responsible for completing any clinical assessment for patients requiring post-acute services under State Medicaid programs including, but not limited to, Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. The LPN Case Manager will be responsible for completing pre-screens, admissions, and insurance authorizations for Valley Health's skilled nursing facility and transitional care beds.Extra duties include, but are not limited:Assisting Case Management staff with completion of Level 2 (MIMR) assessment.Interviewing patients, family members, and/or caretakers as needed to complete assessments.Maintaining open communication with care management team regarding approval/denial of clinical assessments.Maintaining proficiency in electronic submission programs and awareness of current policies/trends related to clinical assessments for Medicaid services.Assists with the arrangement and follow-up with community resources. LPN Case Manager will assist in providing a seamless transition utilizing the entire continuum of care and helping to facilitate patients movement to the next level of care.EducationGraduate of an accredited school of nursing requiredExperienceTwo years bedside experience requiredCertification & LicensureLicensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Virginia requiredBLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ËœHealthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved is required. * New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.QualificationsCompetent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply based on the age of the patient served.BenefitsAt Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:A Zero-Deductible Health PlanDental and vision insuranceGenerous Paid Time OffTuition AssistanceRetirement Savings MatchA Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeingMembership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness ProgramValley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .

Created: 2025-03-05