Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Summary : As a Nursing Home Social Worker responsible for participating in an interdisciplinary team approach to better serve the needs of the Center population. Providing therapeutic intervention to help residents cope with the social and psychological aspects of their illnesses, impairments, or disabilities as well as their feelings about institutionalization and separation from family, community, physical and emotional loss.
Skills : Patient advocacy, Crisis intervention, Counseling skills.
Description :
- Maintained written documentation in the resident medical record per the company's policy.
- Performed an initial evaluationassessment of each resident's psychosocial needs to be placed on the medical record.
- Developed social service component of the presidents plan of care identifying specific problems, goals, and approaches.
- Participated in and coordinated per the company's policy interdisciplinary care planning conferences at the time of admission and the required intervals, thereafter, to assist develop and revising the overall plan of care for residents.
- Ensured and documented that residents andor families have input into the care planning process.
- Acted as a liaison between residents, families outside agencies, and the Center Administrator to ensure the resident's rights were maintained and upheld.
- Conducted family meetings as needed new admission group meetings, support groups, and family and friends council.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Management
Education
BSW
Associate Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Objective : As a Associate Nursing Home Social Worker responsible for facilitating discharge planning including the development of an organized discharge plan for all residents. Concerning self with the safety of all Center customers to minimize the potential for fire and accidents.
Skills : Assessment and evaluation, Care planning, Communication skills
Description :
- Coordinated admissions to the facility by generating referrals.
- Developed and maintained relationships with area referral sources.
- Verified insurance coverage through computer systems or verbal authorization.
- Conducted tours of the facility for all outside interested parties.
- Coordinated and supported the providers and multidisciplinary team in facilitating patient care.
- Provided ongoing care management services during an acute-care admission as well as continued follow-up to enhance the quality of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction while managing the cost of care.
- Provided utilization management, clinical documentation integrity, discharge planning, and post-acute care needs assessment and acts as a liaison for utilization management and clinical documentation improvement.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
MPH
Associate Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Objective : As a Associate Nursing Home Social Worker responsible for designating unit-based patient cases and plans effectively to meet patient needs, manage the length of stay via monitoring and coordination of care pathways, and promote efficient utilization of resources.
Skills : Empathy and compassion, Case management, Understanding of aging and gerontology
Description :
- Participated in rounds on the patient care unit with the attending physician and other members of the health care team.
- Coordinated communication to ensure collaboration and consistency in moving the patients care to the estimated date of discharge.
- Assessed patients to determine their discharge planning andor post-acute transition needs.
- Developed the discharge plan and worked with the physician to implement the plan utilizing internal and external resources to ensure a safe discharge or transition to an alternate level of care.
- Responsible for assessing the patient's physical, functional, social, and psychological status, assessment of cultural and language needs, and assessment of caregiver resources and available benefits.
- Assigned the appropriate care pathway based on the clinical feedback from the physician and the diagnosis-DRG.
- Ensured coordination of services among the patient's physicians, specialists, community agencies, and vendors.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Fresher
Education
Gerontology Cert
Junior Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Objective : As a Junior Nursing Home Social Worker responsible for assessing progress toward goals and identifying barriers to meeting goals. Preparing and maintaining appropriate documentation of patient care and progress within the designated systems.
Skills : Knowledge of healthcare systems, Conflict resolution, Coordination of care services
Description :
- Assessed emotional, social, financial, environmental, and caregiver support needs as well as their bereavement risks and responses to the patient's terminal illness.
- Provided counseling services and support for patientsfamilies needing help with addressing death, dying, and anticipatory grief.
- Provided input into the development and implementation of the Plan of Care based on the psychosocial assessment.
- Attended and participated in Interdisciplinary Team meetings, staff meetings, department meetings, in-services, and other related activities.
- Educated patientsfamiliescaregivers on Hospice philosophy, services available, and payment optionsmechanisms.
- Provided timely documentation on all patients accepting of social services.
- Provided information and explanation regarding Advanced Directives (DNR, Living Will, Healthcare Power of Attorney,), as well as associated patient rights.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MA in Counseling
Senior Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Summary : As a Senior Nursing Home Social Worker responsible for supporting patients and families with end-of-life decision-making and providing education regarding options available upon patient's death, including anatomical donations.
Skills : Ethical decision-making, Multidisciplinary collaboration, Documentation and record-keeping
Description :
- Served as a liaison, facilitating communications and working effectively between IPU facility staff, patientsfamiliescaregivers, physicians, vendors, and other departments and professionals as appropriate.
- Participated in quality assurance and performance improvement activities including, at times, serving on the QAPI committee.
- Maintained comprehensive contractual relationships and ensured that social services were delivered according to contract provisions.
- Maintained comprehensive working knowledge of community resources and assisted the patientsfamiliescaregivers in accessingnavigating these resources, should services.
- Assisted with discharge planning for all levels of care.
- Assisted other team members in understanding the important emotional and social factors related to care of the terminally ill patients and families.
- Assisted with orientation of new staff and ongoing staff development.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Senior
Education
BA in Sociology
Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Summary : A Nursing Home Social Worker plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for residents by providing emotional support, counseling, and advocacy. This professional collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to assess the social, emotional, and psychological needs of residents, ensuring that their rights and preferences are respected. By facilitating communication between residents, families, and staff, the social worker helps to create a supportive environment that promotes dignity and respect. Additionally, they assist in discharge planning and connect residents with community resources.
Skills : End-of-life care support, Resource identification, Emotional support provision, Patient Advocacy
Description :
- Provided individual, family, and group mental health counseling on the Carillon campus.
- Consulted with physicians and nursing administration on treatment programs for residents.
- Developed social histories of residents and developed social assessments and care plans for each resident that identify medically related social and emotional problems and needs.
- Completed all necessary and supportive documentation notes and intervention notes.
- Provided education and support services to patients, families, and staff, assessed needs, and plans, and coordinated and evaluated services of patients to equip and empower individuals and their families.
- Completed psychosocial assessments for the patient's post-hospital care for designated patients and their support system.
- Assisted patients in coping with stress related to hospitalization, disability, and chronic terminal illness.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Management
Education
MSN
Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Headline : As a Nursing Home Social Worker responsible for working with the Clinical Care Management team to assess and evaluate the patient for the appropriate level of care or environment setting to meet care needs across the continuum.
Skills : Grief counselling, Family education and support, Understanding of Medicare/Medicaid, Crisis Intervention
Description :
- Served as a resource to hospital staff and physicians regarding the emotional, social, and psychosocial components of the patient's illness and its effects on their social support system.
- Provided information and education to patients on community resources and options for post-hospital care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Reported suspected cases of child and adult abuseneglectexploitation.
- Served as liaison between the hospital, patients, and the Department of Social Services during evaluationinvestigation.
- Responded to requests for consultative services to patients after normal working hours.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed care plans, and connected them with appropriate resources to improve their well-being.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify needs and develop individualized care plans.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
DSW
Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Summary : In the role of a Nursing Home Social Worker, the focus is on addressing the complex social and emotional challenges faced by elderly residents. This position involves conducting assessments to identify individual needs and developing personalized care plans. The social worker provides counseling to residents and their families, helping them navigate the emotional aspects of aging, illness, and loss.
Skills : Community outreach, Group therapy facilitation, Mental health assessment
Description :
- Developed and implemented comprehensive care plans through your knowledge of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and care planning process.
- Guided residents and their families through discharge planning, ensuring safe and smooth transitions back to the community or other care settings.
- Led weekly family and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and make care recommendations.
- Maintained accurate and timely records of resident interactions, care plans, and progress notes.
- Connected residents with community resources and services that enhance their well-being.
- Assisted the social service director in advocating and assisting the patients.
- Assisted the patients, and responsible party, and supported others in the adjustment and orientation to the nursing home after admission.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
BHA
Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Objective : As a Nursing Home Social Worker responsible for participating in each patient's total plan of care staffing. Taking advantage of opportunities to inform and make the community aware of the nursing home's need and value to the community.
Skills : Stress management techniques, Problem-solving skills, Cultural competence
Description :
- Worked with residents, families, and healthcare providers to help residents adjust to the Nursing Home setting to receive appropriate services to maximize independence.
- Planned, organized, and led individual or group conferences to understand, accept, and follow medical recommendations for residents.
- Provided recommendations to help restore residents to optimum well-being within residents capacity.
- Utilized community-based resources to assist residents to resume life in the community.
- Prepared service plan and promoted all rules regarding residents rights.
- Able to work a flexible work schedule to accommodate for evening and weekend family appointments.
- Collaborated with all departments to promote and protect residents' rights and well-being.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Fresher
Education
MSW
Nursing Home Social Worker Resume
Headline : Nursing Home Social Workers are essential in bridging the gap between healthcare and social services for elderly residents. They conduct thorough assessments to understand the unique circumstances of each resident, including their social history, family dynamics, and support systems. By advocating for residents' needs and preferences, social workers ensure that care plans are tailored to promote their well-being. They also provide crisis intervention and support during difficult transitions, such as moving into a nursing home or coping with the loss of a loved one.
Skills : Time management, Legal and ethical knowledge, Counseling Skills, Case Management
Description :
- Developed and implemented written, interdisciplinary care plans for residents from admission to discharge.
- Organized and facilitated meetings for residents' families to improve residents' overall well-being.
- Assisted with planning and implementing a comprehensive social service program that provides counseling and other support services for residents and families in the Centre.
- Identified medical-related social needs of residents, and provided appropriate services to meet the individual, as well as collective needs of residents.
- Maintained records relating to the residents social work needs and care.
- Worked directly with residents and families experiencing personal and environmental difficulties or concerns related to the residents physical or emotional condition.
- Promoted the preservation of the residents physical and mental health and prevented the occurrence or progression of personal or social problems.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BSW
