Discharge Planner; RN

Correct Health currently has an exciting full-time day shift opportunity to join our growing team as a Discharge Planner (RN) in Lawrenceville , GA!

Correct Health is a multi-disciplinary medical organization that provides high quality, cost-effective, comprehensive healthcare inside the walls of correctional facilities. The foundation of our company was established by a group of talented ER professionals. Brick by brick, we have been building our company from the ground up. In doing so, we have developed the right way - the "Correct Way" as we like to call it - of providing correctional healthcare.

Currently, Correct Health provides high quality, cost-effective, comprehensive healthcare services inside the walls of more than 40 correctional facilities throughout Georgia and Louisiana.

Job Summary:

The Discharge Planner provides evidence-based patient care that promotes a successful transition from a correctional setting. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON), and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, the Discharge Planner is responsible for managing patient discharge including access to medication, follow-up appointments and coordination with community-based organizations for continuity of care post-release. Maintains compliance with the State Board of Nursing, NCCHC and ACA, including accurate medical records complying with federal and state requirements including HIPAA, PREA, etc.

• Initiate and coordinate discharge planning for incarcerated patients with identified medical, mental health, substance use, or chronic care needs in accordance with NCCHC continuity of care standards.
• Identify patients at risk for interrupted care upon release, including those with chronic illness, pregnancy, infectious disease, serious mental illness, or ongoing medication needs, and prioritize timely discharge planning interventions.
• Coordinate continuity of care for individuals released to the community, including referrals to community clinics, health departments, mental health providers, opioid treatment programs, and emergency resources.
• Arrange continuity appointments with community providers, clinics, public health departments, substance use treatment programs, and mental health services as indicated, consistent with NCCHC Access to Care and Discharge Planning standards.
• Facilitate timely handoff of key health information (e.g., medication lists, recent treatments, follow‑up needs) to patients and receiving providers when feasible, recognizing jail release constraints.
• Assist in ensuring patients are released with an appropriate supply of medications or prescriptions, as ordered by a licensed provider, to prevent gaps in treatment following release.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, follow‑up care, warning signs, and how to access community health resources, within LPN scope of practice.
• Verify that discharge instructions are clear, culturally appropriate, and documented accurately in the health record.
• Accurately document discharge planning activities, referrals, patient education, and continuity‑of‑care arrangements in the health record in alignment with NCCHC 2026 Supporting Survey Documentation requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement activities related to discharge planning outcomes, missed appointments, medication continuity, or readmissions as assigned.
• Adhere to NCCHC standards, facility policies, and state Nurse Practice Act requirements while performing discharge planning functions under appropriate supervision.
• Advocate for the patient access to necessary post-release health services and assist patients in understanding how to navigate community health systems upon discharge.
• Support patient self-management by reinforcing education on…