POSITION PURPOSE

Within 24 hours of admission, assures completion of an assessment of the patient's physical and mental condition, psychosocial concerns, home environment, support systems and other factors to provide timely and appropriate discharge planning for the patient. Utilizing critical thinking skills, assures ongoing planning for discharge throughout patient’s stay.  Effectively communicates with physician, nursing staff, patient,  significant other and/or appropriate family members to assure as best as possible that an effective discharge plan can be executed when the patient is medically ready for discharge. 

SITE(S)

Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

RN Wisconsin license

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

1 to 3 years

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

Nursing experience in the health care arena with previous clinical experience. Must be able to read, write, speak, hear and comprehend the English language.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Assures (and performs, as necessary) completion of a physical, mental, and psychosocial assessment within approximately 24 hours of admission to facilitate the formulation of an effective discharge plan. Throughout the patient’s admission, effectively communicates with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate an effective discharge plan. Documents assessments and interventions in the patient’s medical record. Assists patients/families in coping skills and provides emotional support. Discusses financial alternatives and implications of options with patients and families, utilizing the appropriate resources from Utilization Review and other areas. Participates in and leads, as necessary, interdisciplinary meetings. Serves as resource person for the multidisciplinary team. Works closely and effectively with social service team mates to assure an effective discharge plan with appropriate resources. Is a liaison between Froedtert South and external referral sources. Attends and presents in-services and educational programs in order to maintain and enhance professional expertise. Receives and records verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners for orders that are specific to the services provided by their department.