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RACHEL MEYERS

Lackawanna

Summary

Director of Admissions and Social Worker with 6 years of experience in assessments and documentation. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance resident well-being. Strong written communication skills and effective discharge planning capabilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Admissions

Elderwood at Amherst
Amherst, NY
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of all applicant information and documents.
  • Assigned incoming residents to appropriate beds, ensuring optimal placement.
  • Managed and streamlined the process of ordering equipment to ensure timely availability for admissions operations.
  • Communicated pre-admission requirements to patients and their families.
  • Completed admission and discharge surveys to ensure accurate and timely data collection.
  • Contributed to Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement initiatives.
  • Facilitated timely completion of NOMNCs.

Social Worker

Elderwood at Amherst
Amherst, NY
11.2021 - 04.2024
  • Collaborated in interdisciplinary care meetings to address residents’ social and emotional needs.
  • Coordinated resident admissions, community re-entry, and transfers to appropriate levels of care.
  • Assessed and addressed individual psychosocial, emotional, and discharge planning needs.
  • Supported residents in maintaining or enhancing physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
  • Facilitated comprehensive discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions for residents and families.
  • Provided social work services on a secured memory care unit, supporting residents with dementia and cognitive impairments through behavioral interventions, individualized care planning, and family support.

Discharge Planner

Niagara Rehabilitation-Nursing
Niagara Falls, NY
12.2020 - 11.2021
  • Conducted department audits to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Monitored resident progress through regular follow-up assessments.
  • Maintained comprehensive case records and documentation for all residents.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resident support services.
  • Served as liaison among residents, families, and professionals involved in care.
  • Coordinated referrals to appropriate social services agencies for additional support.
  • Responded to inquiries from family members and patients regarding care plans.

Social Worker

Lockport Rehab
Lockport, New York
08.2019 - 12.2020

• Communicated resident requirements effectively to families.

  • Facilitated communication between families and multidisciplinary teams to enhance resident well-being.

• Participated in B-Marc review committee to enhance behavior modification strategies.

• Monitored psychotropic medication usage to ensure compliance and safety.

• Conducted department audits to maintain high-quality standards. • Assisted director of social work with rehabilitation for residents.

Executed comprehensive social histories and MOLST documentation to ensure precise record-keeping.

  • Coordinated care plans for residents, ensuring alignment with individual needs and preferences.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY
07-2019

Skills

  • Client documentation
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Written communication
  • Discharge planning
  • Case management
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Admissions management

Timeline

Director of Admissions

Elderwood at Amherst
11.2023 - Current

Social Worker

Elderwood at Amherst
11.2021 - 04.2024

Discharge Planner

Niagara Rehabilitation-Nursing
12.2020 - 11.2021

Social Worker

Lockport Rehab
08.2019 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

SUNY Buffalo State