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

Responsibilities We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) or Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW) – Transitions of Care (Full‑Time). The RN or LCSW 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 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. Benefits 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. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr Universal Hospital Services Inc.