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Amanda Cummings

Henderson

Summary

Medical Social Worker with extensive experience in hospice, adept at healthcare navigation and team collaboration. Proven track record in developing comprehensive care plans and providing emotional support to patients and families. Skilled in educating families and facilitating caregiver support, ensuring timely interventions for optimal patient outcomes. Fluent in conversational Spanish.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Social Worker

CompassionCare Hospice
02.2022 - Current


  • Coordinated patient support services, ensuring timely interventions for various needs such as caregiver respite, placement, and financial assistance.
  • Conducted assessments to identify client strengths and areas requiring support.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families facing challenging health situations.
  • Participated as a team member in the interdisciplinary group.
  • Assisted patients and families in creating advanced directives and planning for final arrangements.
  • Utilized HomeCare HomeBase program for the EMR

Renal Social Worker

DaVita Interamerican Campus
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assessed patient needs and developed comprehensive care plans to enhance overall well-being.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate support services for patients and families.
  • Educated patients on renal health management, fostering informed decision-making regarding treatment options.
  • Facilitated referrals for kidney transplants to transplant centers.

Medical Social Worker

Amedisys Hospice
08.2016 - 08.2021


  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for clients.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of social work practices and policies.
  • Documented client interactions and progress accurately within HomeCare HomeBase EMR program
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families facing challenging end of life health situations.
  • Traveled throughout Miami-Dade, Florida Keys, and Sebring during temporary assignments.

Therapist

Elemental Behavioral Health
12.2019 - 05.2021
  • Provided therapeutic support to clients through individual and family sessions.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans based on client assessments and progress.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to enhance client coping strategies and emotional regulation.
  • Collaborated with physician to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Case Manager

UnitedHealth
02.2016 - 08.2016
  • Managed case documentation and maintained compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Coordinated care plans to address client needs and improve service delivery.
  • Facilitated communication between clients, healthcare providers, and community resources.
  • Assessed client situations and developed tailored intervention strategies.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Barry University
Miami Shores, FL

Skills

  • Healthcare navigation
  • Visiting patient homes
  • Hospice care
  • Educating families
  • Caregiver support
  • Team collaboration
  • Speaks conversational Spanish

Certification

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Nevada and Florida

Timeline

Medical Social Worker

CompassionCare Hospice
02.2022 - Current

Renal Social Worker

DaVita Interamerican Campus
08.2021 - 11.2021

Therapist

Elemental Behavioral Health
12.2019 - 05.2021

Medical Social Worker

Amedisys Hospice
08.2016 - 08.2021

Case Manager

UnitedHealth
02.2016 - 08.2016

Master of Social Work -

Barry University

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