Short Description
Provides psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, resources referrals, to facilitate discharge plans, and/or adjustment to illness, and complex discharge planning for patients and their families.
Formulates the discharge plan with patient, families and the care team based upon a needs assessment. Coordinates appropriate referrals to home care agencies, skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, and community-based programs. Coordinates care authorization process with insurers
Coordinates specific details of patient's hospitalization with Utilization Management department to ensure appropriate admission status.
Experience Required
3 - 5 years health care experience preferred.
Education Requirements
Requires a Master Degree in Social Work (MSW) or a licensed RN, BSN preferred
License/Certification Requirements
Current NJ SW License, LCSW Preferred.
or
Current NJ RN License
ACM (American Case Management Association) preferred.
CCMC (Commission for Case Manager Certification) preferred.
