Linda Sylvester
Las Vegas, NV 89147
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Skills
I am a caring, compassionate social worker who can bring years of experience in problem solving and working with team members in providing quality care for patients and families. Experience
May 2020 - January 2024
Kindred Hospitals, Las Vegas, NV
● Completed initial and discharge assessments
● Provided psychosocial support to patients and families
● Assisted RN case managers with discharge planning April 2017 - April 2020
Orthopedic Speciality Hospital of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV
● Completed psychosocial assessments
● Provided community resource information to patients and families
● Assisted RN case managers with discharge planning
● Served as the Patient Advocate and Complaint/Grievance Coordinator May 2014 - April 2017
Serenity Hospice, Las Vegas, NV
● Maintained a caseload of 30-35 patients
● Completed monthly visits, participated in IDG meetings
● Volunteer Program Coordinator
Education
January 1991-June 1992
California State Polytechnic University - Pomona
After receiving my Associate in General Studies Degree from Palomar College, I received my Bachelor’s in Social Work degree in June, 1992.
Licenses
State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers, license# 01607-S