Case Management Registered Nurse (RN) / Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW) - Transitions of Care

Registered Nurse (RN) Or Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW) - Transitions Of Care (Full-Time)

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health opened its doors this April as the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 25 years! Integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC's), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8, this enhanced integrated delivery system will establish a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it will ensure residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. Our advanced hospital will offer 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, onsite 550-car parking garage, and a helipad for emergency transport.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) or Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW) - Transitions of Care (Full-Time). The Registered Nurse (RN) or Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW) Case Manager is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the patient's plan of care from admission to post-discharge. The Case Manager utilizes clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and the principles of case management to coordinate and implement a discharge plan that meets the patient's needs and ensures a seamless, effective and efficient transition of care across the continuum. The Case Manager coordinates, negotiates, manages and implements the care of complex patients to facilitate achievement of quality and cost-effective patient outcomes. Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff internal and external to the organization. Participates in quality improvement and evaluation processes related to the management of care.

Our ideal candidate will be responsible for the overall delivery and quality of patient care provided in the designated area(s) of responsibility. The manager assists with developing and implementing performance initiatives, ensuring optimal patient safety outcomes, and customer satisfaction. This position responsibilities include managing daily work activities, ensuring quality, productivity and efficiency while assisting in accomplishing strategic and operational objectives.

As a Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center employee you will be part of an exceptional team with the following benefit offerings: challenging and rewarding work environment, competitive compensation & generous paid time off, excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans, 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan, SoFi student loan refinancing program, career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries!

Qualifications:

• Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW): Master's degree in social work (MSW). Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or certification as a Social Worker (LCSW preferred). Strong understanding of healthcare regulations related to discharge planning (CMS guidelines). Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse populations. Proven ability to work independently while effectively collaborating within a multidisciplinary team setting. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation practices. Experience in crisis intervention techniques is highly desirable.
• Registered Nurse (RN): Valid DC RN license. Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. 2 years of acute care experience required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.

Skills:

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Conduct thorough initial and discharge psychosocial assessments to identify patient needs and barriers
• Document social work interventions in the medical chart consistently, aligning with the discharge plan of care
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions of Participation for discharge planning
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate inpatient discharge planning
• Assist patients and families in navigating post-acute care options, including home health agencies, skilled nursing facilities, and rehabilitation services
• Facilitate crisis intervention when necessary, providing immediate support for patients in distress
• Organize case conferences for patients and families to discuss ongoing needs and resources available
• Provide emotional support and resource information to patients and their families throughout their hospital stay
• Maintain effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care
• Offer social work coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned by management
• Take on additional duties as needed that relate to the position

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