Post-Operative Delirium: How Great Discharge Planning Can Make All the Difference

Let’s Talk About Post-Op Delirium. If you’re a discharge planner, RN case manager, or caregiver, you’ve probably seen it: an older patient wakes up from surgery, and something’s off. They’re disoriented, confused, maybe even agitated. It’s called post-operative delirium, and it’s a common challenge—affecting 26% of surgical patients, especially those over 60. But here’s the … Read more

Proactive Discharge Planning: A Smarter Way to Reduce Avoidable Days

Improve Patient Care with Proactive Discharge Planning. Discharge planning doesn’t have to be chaotic. If you’re a discharge planner, RN case manager, or social worker, you know the drill: coordinating care, finding post-acute facilities, and navigating endless barriers. On top of that, staffing shortages, rising inpatient volumes, and economic pressures make every discharge more complex … Read more