A Dialysis Social Worker is a support person who renders assistance and support to patients before and after their dialysis procedures. The job description entails such social workers to help patients and their families by providing support in all areas including – emotional, financial, career, and lifestyle adjustments. Other related duties are listed on the Dialysis Social Worker Resume as – helping patients learn how to cope with the kidney failure issues; talking about their emotional needs, strengthening the family members and support systems, adjusting to treatment plans and diet changes, finding community resources for home health services, transportation, nutrition and more; and applying for possible financial assistance.
Apart from passion to help, the following skills are useful to shine in this career – the ability to interact well with patients and family members; knowledge of the dialysis process; solid understanding of insurance and financial issues; mental stability, and a good grasp of treatment modalities. Education is not a mandatory requirement, however, those possessing knowledge of renal procedures can be helpful.
Objective : Seeking a social work position where experience, clinical skills, leadership, and case management skills would be valuable to the organization and the diverse population that will serve.
Identified & developed psychosocial goals for an initial plan of care & update the plan of care as outlined by the interdisciplinary clinical team for stable & unstable patients.
Independently conducted patient psychosocial assessments & monitor, evaluate, & document patient progress according to measurable goals described in treatment & care plan.
Completed CMS mandates specific to social work tasks/duties.
Communicated with the interdisciplinary team regarding patient psychosocial issues that affect patient treatment & well-being.
Evaluated of patients & their families to identify social, emotional, insurance & economic treatment barriers.
Evaluated of patients' mental health & facilitate appropriate interventions.
Provided various therapeutic interventions including crisis intervention, grief counseling, motivational interviewing, symptom targeted intervention, coping & adjustment counseling.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MSW
Dialysis Social Worker Resume
Objective : Highly analytical and adaptive professional looking to obtain a challenging and rewarding position where can utilize social work, interpersonal, and management skills in order to grow professionally. Skilled in public relations and courteous communication among diverse populations.
Skills : Training First Aid And CPR Certified, Electronic Medical Records, Training HIPAA Training.
Description :
Performed Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Clinical Assessments.
Evaluated the appropriateness of community-based long/short-term services.
Developed preliminary care plans and order home-delivered meals for eligible consumers.
Liaisoned with all PCA Programs, County Assistance Office, care providers, and referral sources.
Informed new patients and families on pre-dialysis education and their treatment plan options.
Referred patients to community resources for transportation, nutrition, housing, and home healthcare services.
Documented annual psychosocial evaluations and quarterly notes, along with monitoring ongoing psychosocial issues and patient goals.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MS In Healthcare Administration
Dialysis Social Worker Resume
Headline : Searching for the chance to enhance my skills as a Dialysis Social Worker and broaden my experience by filling the position of Dialysis Social Worker being offered by your company.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Master Of Quality Net.
Description :
Assisted with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments.
Coordinated transient arrangements.
Demonstrated effective use of supplies.
Performed duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs of the clinic.
Identified and counseled psychosocial issues.
Provided patient and family education.
Assisted with programs target goals for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS In Sociology
Dialysis Social Worker Resume
Objective : Dialysis Social Worker provides direct care to patients with chronic kidney failure, Teaching patient self-care skills and providing advocacy for social services.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Conversational Spanish And Hebrew, Strong Organizational And Time Management, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Medical Social Work Knowledge, Planning And Organizing Community Events And Initiatives.
Description :
Assessed patients' psychosocial status, strengths, and areas of need that may affect rehabilitation and optimal treatment outcomes as part of the comprehensive patient assessment.
Provided supportive and goal directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplants.
Assessed patient awareness of advance directives.
Assisted with accessing advance directive forms/ information.
Provided community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc).
Collaborated with facility management, Financial Coordinators, and Billing group staff to addresses patient issues related to insurance.
Provided information and education to patients about payment to dialysis as well as coordinating Medicare, Medicaid, CICP, and American Kidney Fund assistance benefits for patients.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MSW In Social Work
Dialysis Social Worker Resume
Objective : Hard-working individual seeking employment in Human Services Field. Works well individually and in a team. Interacts effectively with diverse populations and auxiliary service providers.
Skills : Microsoft Office, HTML.
Description :
Responsible for conducting quarterly psychosocial evaluations for 120 patients of this dialysis clinic.
Carried a patient caseload of 100 patients.
Knowledged of and complied with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements.
Performed duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Acted as advocate on patients behalf with the appropriate local, state, and federal agencies.
Completed initial assessment of new patient psychosocial needs in adherence to state/CMS regulations and company policy.
Completed KDQOL in accordance with company policy.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MSW
Dialysis Social Worker Resume
Headline : Fourteen years post-master experience. Areas of expertise include counseling, advocating, discharge planning, and coordinating services. Computer literate. Able to establish relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.
Skills : Social Worker, Instructor, Quick Learner.
Description :
Responsible for psychosocial assessments and formulating treatment plans with an interdisciplinary team at a dialysis center.
Assisted patients with case management issues and worked to make sure all patients were as fully insured as possible.
Helped patients receive benefits and funds available for kidney patients, especially pharmaceutical benefits.
Worked with team members to resolve issues of non-compliance and helped patients achieve the best outcomes possible.
Engaged with patients and families about their emotional needs and enhancing their coping skills.
Educated patients about the importance of diet, exercise, stress management, and medication compliance and gave them strategies to achieve their health goals.
Responsible for encouraging staff to treat each patient with dignity and respect.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Management
Education
MSW In Medical Social Work
Dialysis Social Worker Resume
Headline : Dialysis Social Worker is responsible for the daily management of dialysis patients through a team of social workers and medical professionals. Work closely with health care providers to coordinate treatment plans, address patient concerns or emergencies, and develop a plan for follow-up care.
Skills : Social Worker, Insurance Management.
Description :
Completed psychosocial assessment and assist patients in dealing with a terminal illness.
Coordinated a team review of each patient and carried out a financial evaluation of every patient.
Evaluated insurance benefits and maintained benefit information.
Aided patients in completing applications to obtain medication and emergency funding for food, medical equipment, and insurance co-payments/deductibles.
Formulated initial patient assessment and coordinated planning for improving health services.
Provided education and support to Staff in working therapeutically with terminally ill patients.
Skilled counseling to increase coping skills and acceptance of long-term disability.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS In Sociology
Dialysis Social Worker Resume
Headline : Over twenty years of social work experience with increasing responsibility in management, diagnostics, admissions, individual/family casework, program coordination, and implementation of service.
Skills : Planning, Managing, Strong Leadership, Team Player.
Conducted, reviewed, & assessed the quality of life survey results, assist patients with goal setting, the complete appropriate follow-up to analyze patients' plan to improve scores & quality of life Independently.
Analyzed & provided information & facilitate referrals to community, private, state, & federal agencies based on mental health & chemical dependency resources & home health agency referrals.
Responsible for assisting patients & families to cope and/or restore social, emotional, financial & environmental factors which are affected by a chronic illness.
Participated in interdisciplinary meetings, collaborate with the dialysis treatment team to meet treatment goals & promote patient overall health & well-being.
Partnered & counseled with FA to advocate for improving the patient experience of care.
Conducted APS mandated reports for elderly & disabled//dependent adults.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MBA
Dialysis Social Worker Resume
Objective : Results-driven MSW, with over 12 years of clinical and community practice experience seeking a social services management position, providing excellence in leadership, and aid in bridging social, financial, and health support gaps at the community/macro level.
Skills : Excel, Social Worker.
Description :
Provided counseling, advocacy, resources, and education to renal patients and their families.
Provided psychosocial services to in-center and home dialysis patients.
Assisted in arranging alternate placements and travel arrangements.
Utilized case management skills to provide support in all areas of the patients' lives, including emotional, financial, career.
Educated patients about kidney disease and advised them of their treatment options.
Educated and participated on interdisciplinary dialysis team.
Provided other team members with information on the emotional aspects.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
LCSW In Medical Social Work
Dialysis Social Worker Resume
Headline : Dialysis Social Worker is responsible for the social needs of dialysis patients. The Social Worker works closely with the Dialysis Department and their family members, to provide comprehensive care, education, and support. The Social Worker also oversees the administration of Dialysis services and facilities.
Skills : Problem Solving, Statistical Analysis, Budgeting.
Description :
Provided counsel to patients and their families on pre-dialysis education, and adjusting to dialysis treatments.
Provided ongoing support and outcome-oriented counseling designed to maximize adjustment to ESRD and adherence to the treatment regimen.
Managed a caseload of up to 150 patients while balancing multiple individuals and team responsibilities.
Managed various leadership responsibilities as a dialysis social worker.
Provided community resources that address the emotional, functional, and financial needs of the clinic patients.
Assisted with the level of care changes in response to patients' decline in status.
Continued to respect help patients as they go through this difficult time in their life.
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