Ada Nazario
San Diego,CA
Summary
Compassionate Social Worker with 10+ years of experience, adept in navigating social service programs and community resources. Proficient at assessing needs and crafting tailored intervention plans. Demonstrates exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication abilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Renal Social Worker
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2017 - Current
- Improved patient coping strategies and adaptation to chronic kidney disease for caseload of over 100 patients through personalized counseling, resulting in 20% decrease in reported stress levels and increased treatment compliance.
- Managed caseload of over 100 patients with chronic renal failure, providing crisis intervention and psychosocial support, which contributed to 15% improvement in patient compliance with treatment protocols.
- Assisted patients in navigating complex insurance systems to secure financial assistance or coverage for necessary treatments and medications.
- Established strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication essential to effective care provision.
- Evaluated client progress and adjusted social work interventions accordingly, ensuring dynamic approach in line with evolving needs.
- Advocated for patients'' rights, ensuring access to necessary resources and services.
- Managed active caseload of diverse renal clients under challenging conditions while consistently maintaining high standards of professionalism.
Clinical Social Worker
University of California
03.2005 - 02.2009
- Managed caseload of 25 patients at Community Women's Health Program, collaborating with diverse team.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments, coordinated care with community agencies, and provided individual and couple counseling with cultural sensitivity.
- At Mother, Child, and Adolescent HIV Program, conducted thorough psychosocial assessments and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies to develop comprehensive, family-centered case management plans.
- Created supportive environment for clients, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.
- Supported organizational growth by presenting at conferences and participating in research studies related to social work interventions.
Counselor Social Worker
New Alternatives
02.2004 - 12.2004
- Conducted home visits to assess living situation and provide ongoing support for patients in their environment.
- Coordinated referrals between agencies to ensure seamless transitions for clients receiving multiple services.
- Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in client''s care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
- Designed culturally sensitive interventions tailored to each client's background and experiences.
Education
Master Social Work -
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA01.1998
Bachelor of Arts Labor Relations -
University of Puerto Rico
Rio Piedras, PR01.1992
Skills
- Bilingual
- Advance Directive Support
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation
- Psychosocial assessment
- Multicultural Competence
- Home visitation
- Referral Coordination
Certification
License Clinical Social Worker, Board of Behavioral Science
Timeline
Renal Social Worker
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2017 - Current
Clinical Social Worker
University of California
03.2005 - 02.2009
Counselor Social Worker
New Alternatives
02.2004 - 12.2004
Master Social Work -
Tulane University
Bachelor of Arts Labor Relations -
University of Puerto Rico