Devoted professional proactively and quickly identifies best course of action for given scenarios. Confident handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organized approach to work. Strong advocate for those in need and committed to providing best possible service.
Worked alongside patients, families, providers, nursing staff, and management to plan the best outcome of care. Work with the geriatric population on psychiatric placement to specialized facilities. Communicate with home health and hospice agencies, infusion companies, and durable medical equipment companies for recommended care at home after discharge. Work with Child Protective Services on child neglect and abuse cases. Respond and support assault victims. Report incidents to law enforcement when needed. Crisis intervention for Trauma and Stroke patients. Serve as the liaison between families and staff during bereavement. Support hospital floor social workers when available.
Securing admissions into the facility. Discharge planning with short term residents. Completing psychosocial and social history assessments. Incorporating trauma care and psychosocial concerns into individual care plans. Contacting insurance companies for coverage information. Notifying families of resident needs.
Work with patients in all areas of the hospital. Discharge planning for skilled nursing for patients who needed it. Connect uninsured patients with community resources. Network with home health and hospice agencies to learn more about the benefits of home care. While working on finalizing all assignments and research projects.