Discharge Planner
NaphCare, Inc.
Summary
Come learn correctional healthcare as you use our cutting-edge resources, including our award-winning electronic operating system at our sites in San Diego County. NaphCare partners with correctional facilities to provide proactive, patient-focused healthcare.
Job description
Position Description
- Conduct interdisciplinary rounds with physicians, mental health staff, and correctional healthcare teams to discuss placement options, discharge planning, release timelines, and continuity of care needs.
- Review custody and medical records to identify inmates eligible for CalAIM services and upcoming releases.
- Collaborate with custody, healthcare, and security staff to maintain accurate release timelines and ensure timely coordination of care transitions.
- Coordinate discharge planning by involving patients in care decisions, identifying support systems, arranging follow-up care, and providing education on medication management and community resources.
- Facilitate referrals and coordination with community agencies, shelters, employment resources, substance use counselors, and social service organizations to support successful reentry and continuity of care.
- Assist patients with completion of clinical and financial documentation required for community-based services and treatment programs.
- Organize medical and transition records and provide guidance regarding transportation options, placement resources, and community assistance programs.
- Serve as liaison for inpatient care management, involuntary examinations, and crisis stabilization referrals to ensure appropriate placement and continuity of behavioral health services.
Come learn correctional healthcare as you use our cutting-edge resources, including our award-winning electronic operating system at our sites in San Diego County. NaphCare partners with correctional facilities to provide proactive, patient-focused healthcare.
Requirements
- Experience in discharge planning or care coordination
- Ability to review custody and medical records
- Strong collaboration skills with interdisciplinary teams
- Knowledge of community resources and social services
- Experience with clinical documentation
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision
- Free Prescriptions
- EAP Services
- 401(k) & Roth Contribution
- Tuition Assistance
- On-site Education
- Term Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
Company overview
NaphCare, Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive healthcare services and technology solutions specifically designed for correctional facilities across the United States. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, the company partners with local, state, and federal government agencies to deliver innovative healthcare, technology, and administrative solutions for the correctional system. As a family-owned company with 1,001-5,000 employees, NaphCare has pioneered several industry-first initiatives including the Proactive Care Model, TechCare® Electronic Health Record system, and STATCare telehealth services. The company offers a full spectrum of correctional healthcare services including medical and mental health care, pharmacy services, dialysis, medication-assisted treatment, and forensic services. NaphCare's mission focuses on improving and saving lives through excellence and innovation, with a commitment to treating every patient with dignity while preparing them for successful reentry into their communities. The company has established itself as an industry leader with one of the longest-running partnerships with the federal Bureau of Prisons and multiple facilities earning the prestigious NCCHC Pinnacle Award for excellence in correctional healthcare.