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Geoffrey Bornhoft

St. Paul,MN

Summary

Compassionate healthcare social worker with background in providing support and guidance to patients navigating complex health systems. Skilled in developing personalized care plans, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and advocating for patient needs. Proven ability to improve patient outcomes through effective communication, resource coordination, and emotional support. Demonstrated impact in enhancing patient satisfaction and facilitating community resources access.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospice Social Worker

Minnesota Hospice
09.2023 - Current
  • Conduct thorough assessments of the emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients and their families to develop personalized care plans
  • Offer counseling and emotional support to patients and families, helping them cope with grief, loss, and terminal illnesses
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care
  • Facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure that care goals are understood and met
  • Assist families in navigating healthcare systems, including discussing treatment options, advance care planning, and referrals to community resources
  • Provide crisis intervention services when necessary, ensuring that patients and families receive timely support
  • Educate patients and families about hospice services and the dying process, addressing any concerns or misconceptions

Behavioral Care Manager

Bluestone Physicians Services
01.2021 - 09.2023
  • Coordinated daily with provider team, facility staff, and families
  • Assessed patient psychosocial status, strengths, and needs; designed and presented treatment outcomes
  • Provided effective non-pharmacological behavior prevention and reduction solutions for patients
  • Systematically tracked treatment response and monitored patients for changes in clinical symptoms
  • Facilitated referrals for the clinically indicated services outside the organization
  • Acted as a Bluestone ambassador for the community staff through education and relationship building

Nephrology Social Worker

Fresenius Medical Care
09.2018 - 01.2021
  • Coordinated patient transportation to and from appointments to enable and increase attendance
  • Assessed patient psychosocial status, strengths, and needs; designed and presented treatment outcomes
  • Planned and coordinated effective patient interventions to meet treatment goals and improve quality of life
  • Researched and explained insurance health plans, Medicare, and Medicaid programs to patients

Mental Health Practitioner

Canvas Health
08.2015 - 09.2018
  • Provided group and individual therapy, and diagnostic assessments for Day Treatment Program clients
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions and crisis intervention support for clients with mental illness

Education

Master’s - Social Work

University of St. Thomas
05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of St. Thomas
05.2012

Skills

  • Communication
  • Managing records
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Care planning
  • Healthcare navigation
  • Facilitate resources
  • Problem-solving
  • Quality improvement
  • Policy analysis
  • Interpersonal communication

Certification

Licensed Graduate Social Worker, 2015

Accomplishments

· Reduced dialysis patient no-show rate by 14% by addressing barriers and improving education

· Reduced hospital re-admission rate by 17% to the lowest rate it has been in years

· Trained Assisted living and Memory Care staff on dementia related interventions

· Analyzed trends to identify root-cause patient challenges and implemented solutions to improve healthcare experience

· Coordinated patient care with a variety of internal and external stakeholders

Timeline

Hospice Social Worker

Minnesota Hospice
09.2023 - Current

Behavioral Care Manager

Bluestone Physicians Services
01.2021 - 09.2023

Nephrology Social Worker

Fresenius Medical Care
09.2018 - 01.2021

Mental Health Practitioner

Canvas Health
08.2015 - 09.2018

Master’s - Social Work

University of St. Thomas

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of St. Thomas

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