The Social Worker provides accurate information to various providers along the patient's continuum of care and crafts comprehensive discharge plans
Job Summary
The Social Worker provides accurate information to various providers along the patient's continuum of care and crafts comprehensive discharge plans.
Responsibilities include coordinating family meetings, conducting psychosocial interventions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies like CMS and The Joint Commission.
The role requires maintaining a complete file of community-based services including nursing facilities, home health, and hospice to facilitate safe discharges.
Matching Summary
The Social Worker provides accurate information to various providers along the patient's continuum of care and crafts comprehensive discharge plans.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Master's degree in social work required
2 years acute care or SNF experience
BLS Certification American Heart Association
Knowledge of state and federal documentation requirements
Proficient assessment skills for psychosocial needs
Nice-to-have
ACM Social Worker certification preferred
High ability to set priorities and manage conflict