Case Management

Discharge Coordinator – Case Management

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced Discharge Coordinator to join the case management team. You'll assess and evaluate patient discharge plans, coordinate appropriate levels of care, and monitor treatment progress to ensure smooth transitions and optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and drive individualized discharge plans for adult and geriatric patients
• Coordinate services across disciplines to match patients with appropriate care levels
• Initiate, evaluate, and re-evaluate treatment plans daily
• Monitor patient progress and identify barriers to discharge
• Ensure compliance with Medicare regulatory guidelines, including patient choice documentation and required notices
• Manage length of stay and facilitate timely discharges

Schedule & Assignment Details

• Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (no weekends, no on-call)
• Duration: 12-week contract
• Start Date: December 7, 2026
• Float: Within facility/scope of practice as needed
• Patient Census: 20–25 patients daily

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of discharge planning or case management experience (travel experience required)
• Current RN license: Georgia or Compact
• BLS certification
• Proficiency with CMS guidelines, ICD-10 coding, care coordination, and InterQual/Milliman utilization criteria
• Strong knowledge of appeals, denials, concurrent review, and medical necessity determinations

Holiday & Time Off Policy

• If 1–2 major holidays fall during your assignment, you are expected to work them
• If 3 or more fall during your assignment, you are expected to work 2
• Maximum 7 days pre-approved time off (RTO must be finalized at submission)

Compliance

Full documentation required before start. Core compliance items must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing.