Forward thinking licensed master social worker with over a decade of experience with the proven ability to provide efficient, patient-focused care while fostering a positive attitude and work environment in an effort to exceed clinical goals.
Work History
Social Worker
DaVita Dialysis, George
07.2021 - Current
Counsel patients regarding End Stage Renal Disease therapies to help them make educated decisions about their care
Assists patients with transplant referrals and encourage compliance with the evaluation and workup process
Update client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Support clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Social Worker
Bon Secours Home Health
10.2018 - 07.2021
Provided coordinated care to homebound patients
Identified areas of need and community resources
Assisted with applications for financial support
Provided support and counseling to patients and their families
Social Worker Case Manager
George Washington University
01.2018 - 10.2018
Arranged, coordinated, and monitored multiple services from different providers to serve client needs based on patients assessments
Addressed the psychological and social needs of clients, collaborating with various health professional liaisons for patient care
Developed and maintained positive working relationships with support networks and government and community resources to provide support and resources for patients
Helped patients make informed decisions, acting as their advocate regarding clinical status and treatment options
Discharge Planner
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
01.2016 - 01.2018
Developed continuing care plans for patients leaving treatment, assessing the individual patient's needs, promoting long-term health and relapse prevention
Conducted social assessments for discharge, planning and facilitating patients' admission to rehabilitation facility components of patients care
Documented components of patient's care and discharge summaries using Allscripts electronics health records and Cerner software, continually maintaining 100% accuracy
Organized transportation to respective after-care facility upon discharge addition to collaborating with insurance representatives for skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities authorization to ………………..….……………
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Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Track
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
12.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
07.2009
Skills
Efficiently presents information and accurately responds to question
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Highly organized with the ability to multitask and achieve optimum results