Discharge Planning Coordinator, RN

Job Description

Location: Dallas, TX (Onsite)

We are hiring for a Discharge Planning Coordinator, RN with a high-volume acute care hospital located in Dallas, TX. This position is a full-time, direct hire opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Initiate discharge assessments within 24 hours screening for complexity, social risk, functional limitations, and post-acute needs.
• Develop individualized discharge plans addressing clinical, psychosocial, functional, and logistical needs with real-time updates.
• Coordinate placements to skilled nursing, inpatient rehab, home health, hospice, and assisted living.
• Obtain and manage prior authorizations for post-acute services with payers and utilization management vendors.
• Collaborate with physicians to align discharge timing with clinical milestones and obtain certifications.
• Participate in daily rounds and case conferences presenting plans and coordinating across disciplines.
• Identify and address discharge barriers including transportation gaps, caregiver support, unsafe homes, and insurance gaps.
• Facilitate social work referrals for financial assistance, guardianship, domestic violence, substance abuse, and benefits.
• Coordinate durable medical equipment, infusion services, wound supplies, and oxygen setup before discharge.

Qualifications:

• Maintain active, unencumbered RN license in Texas; multi-state compact licensure preferred
• Hold BSN or ADN with discharge planning experience; commit to BSN completion
• Provide 3+ years acute care nursing; 1+ year discharge planning, case management, or utilization review
• Obtain CCM or ACM certification; non-certified candidates must complete exam within 18 months
• Demonstrate Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance coverage criteria; SNF, home health, IRF eligibility
• Use EHR systems including Epic, Cerner, or Meditech; navigate payer portals and prior authorization platforms

Schedule:

• Full-time, Monday through Friday with rotating on-call coverage as needed
• On-site in Dallas hospital setting
• Occasional weekend coverage may be required based on patient volume

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is approximately $68,000 – $88,000 annually ($32.69 – $42.31 per hour), based on experience and qualifications.

Interview Process:

• Selected candidates will participate in a multi-step interview process, including an initial screening with TalentLNX followed by interviews with department leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer: TalentLNX is committed to equal employment opportunity and a diverse, inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.