Luminary Hospice
PRN Medical Social Worker (MSW)
Mt Vernon, Ohio
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 2 days ago
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About the role
- The PRN Masters of S ocial W orker contracted or employed through the organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service or Employment Agreement.
- Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group.
- Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect, or abuse, and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
Responsibilities
- Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
- Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care.
- Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patients and personnel.
Requirements
- Provides an assessment in the patient's identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required.
Benefits
- Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues.
- Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, and financial, legal, and health care decision responsibiliti
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