Discharge Coordinator Per Diem

Gardena Memorial Hospital of Gardena, 1145 W. Redondo Beach Boulevard, Gardena, CA 90247, USA

The Discharge Coordinator works in conjunction with the cases manager and social worker to assist in the facilitation of the patients discharge to the next level of care. The primary responsibility is to maximize patient satisfaction and quality of care while minimizing barriers to discharge and hospital reimbursement. Actively and consistently contributes to department operations and communications, behaves in a manner consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Pipeline Health, upholding standards of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) patient communication.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

• Prioritizes daily activities.
• Active participant in daily huddles/rounds with case management and social work.
• Facilitates discharges through prioritization and by working collaboratively with the team exhibiting a strong sense of urgency.
• Regularly evaluates workload and re‑prioritizes tasks as needed throughout the day communicating with the CM and SW for consensus on discharge planning priorities and tracks discharge barriers.
• Assists Case Manager and Social Worker with transactional support (faxing, follow‑up calls, etc.) to arrange for discharge of patients.

• Durable medical equipment (DME)
• Oxygen and wound vacs
• Home Health, Palliative Care, Hospice
• Facility (SNF, LTAC, IRF, Assisted Living) referrals
• Transportation
• Infusions
• Authorizations

• Demonstrates knowledge of discharge‑planning resources available in the area.
• Maintains good relationships with payers and providers.
• As directed by Case Manager and/or Social Worker, meets with patient/family to discuss and obtain preferences of providers for post‑discharge care needs.
• Provides Choice Form to patient/family and documents in EHR.
• Completes all appropriate documentation in EHR for referrals.
• Documents all discharge‑planning activities and communications in EHR according to department standard.
• Documents final arrangements in EHR including disposition, names, and contact numbers.
• Under the direction of the CM or SW, provides the patient with the IMM and documents in EHR.
• Assists with other duties as assigned by Case Management leadership.
• Supports Case Managers and Social Workers with any delegated tasks.
• Communicates with patient/caregivers as needed/directed and escalates concerns to the CM/SW immediately.
• Proactively assists in obtaining medical authorizations for facility placement in conjunction with the facility.
• Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.
• Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members. Utilizes white boards for patient communication.
• Collaborates across disciplines to assist in coordination of patient care, including but not limited to patient transfer, discharge, referrals, and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Acts with a sense of urgency when performing tasks.
• Performs basic unit/department maintenance such as keeping files, drawers, cabinets free from unnecessary clutter.
• Reports on any equipment and or environmental issues for repair.
• Abides by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
• Utilizes SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) when communicating with the team.
• Completes and attends training assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints and questions; displays a positive attitude.
• Demonstrates the highest level of professionalism, passion and care when interacting with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff members.
• Using a lens of equity in all aspects of patient care delivery,…