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Discharge Planner or Social Worker

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Job Description - Discharge Planner or Social Worker


  • Provides social work services for patients and families. Provides a well-rounded host of services to patients and families throughout the hospital as needed.

  • Develops and maintain a good working rapport with personnel within the facility and outside community health, welfare, and social agencies to meet the needs of the patients and their families.

  • Working knowledge of common disease entities, disorders and medical terminology to understand acute and ongoing needs of patients and families.

  • Knowledge of health care systems and public programs such as those funded by Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance plans.

  • Works in collaboration with nursing services as well as other departments to provide appropriate patient care.

  • Develops and implements discharge planning in conjunction with nursing services and other departments which includes addressing the emotional, social, and physical needs of patients and their families.

  • Assists patients and their families in locating and utilizing financial, legal, mental health, and other community resources.

  • Uses knowledge of placement opportunities in area to assist patients in accessing the appropriate level of care (i.e.: Skilled Nursing, Rehab, Hospice, etc.)

  • RSW or LMSW required; Licensed in the state of Louisiana

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