Care Transition Coordinator - RN

We are hiring for a Care Transition Coordinator- RN

At Alabama Hospice Care of Birmingham, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it : for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

the ability to develop trusting relationships as an end-of-life care expert.

being valued and respected by patients and their families.

employee-focused wellness and support programs

incredible team support and empathetic leadership

Take your nursing career to a new level of caring. Join us.The Care Transition Coordinator's primary responsibility is to facilitate a seamless transition for patientsdischarging from a facility setting to the care of an LHC Group hospice agency.

Responsible for achievement of admission goals expectations as established at hire or at review of annual agency budget goals.

Assists the LHC Group agency with the preparation for accepting care of the patient post discharge from the hospital.

Assists the Administrator with execution of contracts for facility-based services for hospice patients.

Explains hospice services and agency procedures to the patient and their family members.

Involves the family and caregivers in the educational process and assesses post-discharge educational coaching needs.

Participate in bi-weekly IDG meetings, as necessary to give an update regarding accounts, customer needs, and progress towards agency growth strategies.

Must have one year hospice experience or one year of hospital case management experience.

Must have current Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Social Worker (SW) licensure in state of practice.

Excellent organizational skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Must have thorough understanding of hospice qualifying criteria and coverage guidelines.

Proficient computer skills.

Current CPR, driver's license, valid vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.