PRN Master Social Worker (MSW) Hospice (22786)

Cantex Continuing Care Network•Conroe, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Master Social Worker (MSW) position is responsible for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of patients/residents. This role involves meeting those needs through individual and group social services programming, promoting patients'/residents' potential during their stay, and collaborating with physicians and patients/residents in preparation for discharge.

Requirements

Licensed Master Social Worker per the state requirements or eligible for licensure.
Master's degree in Social Work or in a human services field.
At least one year of experience in hospice, long-term care setting, and/or related healthcare setting.
Skills in communication, documentation, assessment, and social work methods and techniques.
Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
Reliable transportation.
Valid and current auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the impact of terminal disease on patients' physical, functional, psychosocial, and environmental needs.
Apply specific criteria for admission and re-certification to hospice care to establish appropriate levels of care and patient eligibility.
Implement, develop, and document the plan of care to ensure quality and continuity of care, and recommend revisions as necessary.
Consult with and educate the patient and family regarding disease process, self-care techniques, end-of-life care, nutrition, and dietary needs.
Prioritize needs with the Interdisciplinary Care Team (IDT).
Provide training to other staff as needed.
Determine the scope and frequency of services needed based on acuity and patient/family needs.
Assess the ability of the caregiver to meet the patient's immediate needs upon admission and throughout care.
Initiate appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
Apply concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities.
Provide clinical directions to the Hospice Aide and LPN/LVN to ensure quality and continuity of service.
Prepare clinical and progress notes that demonstrate progress toward established goals.
Ensure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation.
Inform physician and other personnel of changes in the patient's needs and outcomes of intervention, while evaluating patient and family response to care.
Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third-party payors.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.
Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies.
Provide effective communication to patient, family, team members, and other health care professionals.