Travel
Case Management
Atlanta, GA
Discharge Planning – Case Management
Position Overview
The facility is seeking an experienced Discharge Planner to join the case management team. You'll assess and evaluate patients daily, develop comprehensive discharge plans, and coordinate services to ensure appropriate transitions of care. This role requires strong advocacy for patient choice while maintaining full compliance with Medicare regulatory guidelines, including IMM notices and MOONS documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, evaluate, and drive discharge planning initiatives
- Coordinate multidisciplinary services and appropriate level-of-care placement
- Initiate, evaluate, and re-evaluate treatment plans daily
- Monitor patient progress and identify barriers to discharge
- Ensure compliance with Medicare regulations and documentation requirements
Schedule & Expectations
- Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (5 × 8-hour days)
- No weekends or on-call duties
- Float: Within facility and scope of practice as needed
- Contract Duration: 12 weeks
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of case management or discharge planning experience
- RN licensure (Georgia or Compact state)
- BLS certification
- Travel experience required
- Clinical screening required to assess fit
Patient Population
- Adult and geriatric patients
- Daily census: 20–25 patients
Important Notes
- Full compliance documentation must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing
- All compliance items due Tuesday prior to your start date
- Maximum 7 days time off per contract; none during orientation week
- Holiday work expectations apply based on assignment overlap with major holidays