Discharge Transition Specialist LPN

A Discharge Transition Specialist LPN at AdventHealth Ocala supports seamless care transitions for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department patients in Ocala, Florida. ### What you'll do - Collect clinical, social, and financial information from patients and families to inform individualized discharge planning - Collaborate with RN Care Managers to review medical records and coordinate post-acute services and facilities - Communicate with payors to obtain authorizations for post-acute care as needed - Document discharge plans, multidisciplinary rounds (MDRs), barriers to progression of care, avoidable days, and patient/family needs per standard work - Advocate for patient and family rights, empowering informed healthcare decisions throughout hospitalization - Leverage technology and best practices to ensure medical records are complete, care information is communicated to post-acute providers, and discharge reconciliation is accurate ### What we're looking for - Active Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required - Minimum 2 years of discharge planning experience - Minimum 2 years of LPN acute care experience - High school diploma or equivalent plus completion of an LPN vocational/technical program - Strong documentation and communication skills; ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary care teams - Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred ### What's included - Compensation range: $20.97–$38.99/hr (~$43,618–$81,099 annually) - Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective Day One - Paid time off from Day One - 403(b) retirement plan - Four weeks of fully paid parental leave - Mental health and whole-person well-being resources, plus pet benefits ### About the practice AdventHealth Ocala is a full-service hospital located at 1500 SW 1st Ave in Ocala, Florida, operating as part of the AdventHealth network — one of the largest faith-based health systems in the United States. The facility delivers integrated, mission-driven care centered on the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of every patient served.