Medical Social Worker - IPBH - Full Time - Days

Nebraska Methodist Hospital•Fremont, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The social worker supports the physician and the interdisciplinary team in facilitating patient care with the underlying objective of enhancing the quality of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. This position will be accountable for identifying and implementing the discharge plan for patients from complex and at-risk populations. Intervenes on patients who have complex psychosocial needs that require assistance with eligibility determination for social programs and funding sources. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care that is appropriate to the patient as it relates to their growth, development and life cycle.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (e.g., Bachelor's of Arts, Bachelor's of Science, Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, Bachelor's of Social Work) or equivalent (e.g., CPA, PE, etc.).
Bachelors of Social Work (BSW) degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education required.
Master Social Worker (MSW) or Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW) required.
Driver's License required.
0-1 years of experience as a social worker required.

Nice To Haves

Process of obtaining Master's of Social Work preferred.
Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) or Provisional Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP.P) preferred.
1-2 years of experience as a medical social worker preferred.
Experience working with Home Healthcare and Hospice preferred.

Responsibilities

Identifies, initiates, and follows through with complex patient discharge plans that will accommodate the needs of the patient.
Makes referrals to post-acute agencies as directed by patient preference, insurance/coverage limitations and agency abilities.
Assists the patient and/or family with advance directives and living wills.
Collaborates effectively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement the discharge plan for complex patients.
Attends daily multi-disciplinary rounds and effectively contributes to the discharge planning of the patients.
Works with a diverse population of patients including those in acute care, mother/baby, palliative care, hospice, the Emergency Department, and those with behavioral health diagnoses.
Works with people of all social, economic, and cultural backgrounds.
Identifies socially complex/high-risk patients, performs interviews and intervenes on their behalf.
Provides counseling to patients, families, and caregivers to ensure that optimum health benefits are met.
Documents in the medical record to not only provide record of accountability, but to inform and update the physician and other members of the health care team.
Participates in activities and other roles within the hospital and/or community that help to improve the quality and/or quantity of services available.
Performs job duties in a manner consistent with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures.
Effectively and consistently utilizes the principles of A.I.D.E.T when communicating.