Discharge Planner for Halton Healthcare

Join the Social Work and Discharge Planning team at Halton Healthcare to enhance patient discharges in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. Your expertise will improve care transitions and address critical discharge barriers. As a Discharge Planner, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating patients' discharge plans while aligning with the needs of families and healthcare teams. This position requires critical thinking to navigate hospital flow and capacity challenges while ensuring positive patient outcomes and effective resource utilization. Key Responsibilities:

• Formulate and coordinate patient-centered discharge plans
• Communicate plans effectively to all stakeholders
• Utilize critical thinking for identifying discharge challenges
• Advocate for system improvements and resource identification
• Facilitate education and referral for community services

Requirements:

• BScN or BSW or MSW degree required
• 2–5 years clinical experience in acute care
• Current registration with a regulated College
• Knowledge of community resources and hospital legislation
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Pursue a fulfilling career improving discharge processes and patient care with Halton Healthcare. #J-18808-Ljbffr