At Granite Falls Hospital, we strive to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction with the discharge planning process. Our goals include:
- Make Discharge Program Patient Centered
- Prepare the Patient (or caregiver) to take care of self, safety and appropriately at home through effective education
- Reduce the likelihood that the patient will be readmitted or visit the ED.
The Discharge Advocate/Planner can:
- Coordinate all discharge activities within the patient population
- Facilitates team activities and discharge planning rounds with primary MD
- Assess needs for services, equipment, supplies
- Educates patient and family about condition, medication, post discharge plans, other treatments and follow up care ordered by the physician
- Provide appropriate care referrals before discharge
- Counseling regarding illness and its impact on the individual and their family
