| Job Duties |
1. Assists in development and implementation of Case Management.
Provides expertise in area of social work as it pertains to
management of patient.
2. Assists in coordination of client care through formulation of
appropriate plan of care via accurate assessment of patient's
social, financial and insurance situation.
3. Develops short and long term plans to facilitate patient care and
discharge.
4. Utilizes crisis intervention and problem solving skills to
facilitate and enhance patient and family's ability to meet acute
and ongoing medical and psychosocial needs.
5. Networks with community agencies to assure appropriate client
access.
6. Maintains documentation and meets department and Zale Lipshy Uni-
University Hospital documentation standards.
7. Identifies cases with ethical and legal considerations, and makes
referrals. Confers with supervisor.
8. Communicates with other health care providers, patients, families,
other hospital personnel, and visitors. Demonstrates effective
communication with adolescents, adults and older adults.
9. Maintains system for tracking placement of patients after discharge
on monthly basis.
10. Has knowledge of Department and Unit Performance Improvement
program and is aware of expected participation. Identifies need
for professional growth and seeks development opportunities.
11. Provides education to staff, patients and community resource
affiliates.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
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