PRN Social Worker (SW or RN)

Description:

Facility Name: Mercy Hospital Pittsburg

Setting: Inpatient Rehab Unit

Job Type: PRN

City/State: Pittsburg, KS

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more than 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical and outpatient therapy settings and more than 30 joint venture inpatient rehabilitation hospitals across the country. We provide high quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness. Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient’s unique needs, and then creates a multifaceted program using the latest rehabilitation therapies and advanced technologies to support them on their road to recovery. Our goal is to help our patients recover as fully as possible and regain the level of independence they hope to achieve. If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families

Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees

6 paid holidays for full time employees

Tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

What you will do in this role:

Work closely with patients, caregivers and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's medical, psychological and social needs are met

Ensure seamless delivery of care between healthcare systems and interface with insurance carriers to facilitate continued coverage/authorization, and authorization for next level of care

Assist the Program Director in assessing internal patients for admission to the Rehab Unit

Have strong rehab experience and possess the skills necessary to develop the case management, social work, and discharge planning service for the Acute Rehabilitation Unit

Maintains up to date knowledge of changes in community resources

Stay informed of Medicare regulations regarding Acute Rehabilitation Unit

Have an excellent understanding of effective interface between patients, families, and medical professionals

Knowledge of CARF standards, Medicare regulations for inpatient acute rehabilitation are helpful Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university

If required by state practice laws, current Social Work license (MSW) or eligibility

Experience in the provision of Social Service preferred in acute rehabilitation

Social Service related experience in a health care setting desirable, such as acute care and/or rehabilitation

Must have clinical experience working with individuals, families and groups

Must have a working knowledge of basic services provided by various health and welfare organizations in the community

Current CPR certification, if required by the facility assigned to

Knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age of the residents served

Computer skills and knowledge of basic computer program

Must have strong leadership skills

Through a history of successful joint-venture partnerships and management agreements, Lifepoint Rehabilitation works with hospitals to more effectively meet the needs of their patients, maintain employee satisfaction and generate long-term quality outcomes for their entire organization. We are fully dedicated to our partners and delivering on the promise made to patients.