Nursing Support / Other / Social Worker Job in Denver, Colorado / Hospital
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Standard Qualifications: Social Worker III - PRN Position Summary: This position supports the mission of Presbyterian/St Luke's Medical Center of optimizing the quality of life of all those served by expanding beyond the traditional focus on medical needs to the needs of the whole person. The Social Worker III is responsible for assessing the psychological, social, cultural and/or financial needs that impact the high-risk patient's health and recovery. Has the ability to utilize social services, counseling and clinical knowledge in the assessment of these needs. Responsible and accountable for coordination of services through an interdisciplinary process which provides a clinical and psychosocial approach through the continuum of care and balances individually identified patients and family needs with the efficacious and cost effective utilization of resources. Through concurrent case management, patients will be assessed to determine appropriateness of admission, continued hospitalization, as well as appropriate level of care. Discharge planning will begin at the time of (or prior to) admission, and reassessed ongoing throughout the course of hospitalization. Knowledge of payer source implications on discharge plan, resources and placement options to maximize patients successful disposition. Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center expects our Code of Conduct Value Statements to be reflected in the way every employee interacts with co-workers, patients and family members, and with others in the community. - We recognize and affirm the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual - We treat all those we serve with compassion and kindness - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness in the way we conduct our business and the way we live our lives. - We trust our colleagues as valuable members of our healthcare team and pledge to treat one another with loyalty, respect and dignity
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Employer: |
HCA
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Post Date: |
Mar 07, 2019 |
Profession: |
Counseling and Social Services |
Job Type: |
Social Work |
Specialty: |
None |
Location: |
Colorado - Denver |
Job Reference: |
752475 |
Contact Details: |
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