Discharge Navigator IHCI - Evansville

Discharge Navigator IHCI - Evansville | Community Health Network Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, "community" is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered - and we couldn't do it without you. Partner with Community Health Network and Deaconess Health System - IHCI The Innovative Healthcare Collaborative of Indiana LLC (IHCI) is a company formed through the partnership of Community Health Network (CHNw) and Deaconess Health System (DHS). Both CHNw and DHS place high importance on continuing and advancing population health and value-based care to improve patient health outcomes. Make a Difference The Innovative Healthcare Collaborative of Indiana (IHCI) is seeking a Discharge Navigator. The Discharge Navigator will work collaboratively with the patient's providers, case manager, and social workers to orchestrate seamless and timely discharges to the most appropriate next level of care and any necessary DME for the patient while prioritizing patient centered care. Assists patients and families successfully transition out of the hospital setting, navigating post-acute care options, addressing barriers, and advocating for the best next level of care services that align with the patients' needs. Participates when appropriate in multidisciplinary rounds, serving as a patient advocate to ensure efficient and effective continuity of care. Engages patients and their families early after admission to begin care and discharge planning process. Overcome healthcare barriers, address and navigate barriers with the healthcare team to ensure patients have access to the appropriate next best level of care. Facilitates communication between physicians and other care team members regarding discharge plan for patient including discharge physician orders, discharge patient needs, and scheduled post-hospitalization health care. Documents in the patient's medical record per hospital policy. This position is a hybrid role located in Evansville, Indiana. where you will connect with your patients on-site in the hospital setting each weekday, learning their needs and working with the patient's care team to develop the best discharge plan for the patient. Once all necessary face-to-face work is satisfied, you may complete the remainder of your daily work remotely. Exceptional Skills and Qualifications * 2 year / Associate Degree Nursing (Preferred) * 4 year / Bachelor's Degree Nursing (Preferred) * Master's degree in social work (MSW) (Preferred) * In lieu of the above education requirements, a combination of experience and education will be considered. * One of the following is required Certifications/Licensures: * Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license to practice in the state of Indiana as listed in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) * Licensed as a Social Worker (LSW) by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA) * 2+ years: Knowledge of care resources for targeted populations. Comfort with technology including Microsoft suite of products. Prior experience using electronic health records including data capture, data mining and reporting. (Required) * 3+ years: experience, preferably in Population Health management. Experience in home health, ambulatory care, community public health, case management, coordinating care across multiple settings and with multiple providers (Required) Discharge Navigator IHCI - Evansville | Community Health Network

Created: 2025-04-11