CHI St. Vincent a regional health network serving Arkansas is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our employee well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:Free Premium Membership to our program to help employees with child care pet care senior caregivers housekeepers & more.Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Programs.
Work with Registered Nurse Care Manager to provide timely and efficient identification of patients who need discharge planning. Provide assessments of psychosocial impact of illness. Provide direct services including discharge planning for patients needing community resources prior to discharge from the acute care setting.
Plan of Care
Assesses, develops, impelemtn and monitors a comprehensive plan of care through an interdisciplinary team process in conjunction with the patient and family in internal and external settings.
Comprehensively assesses patient's goals as well as their biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, and discharge planning needs and financial status.
Works collaboratively with RN Care Manager to develop appropriate discharge plan and ensure indicated referrals are completed in a timely manner.
Procures services and serves as advocate on behalf of patients and families for scarce resources.
Acts as a liaison to post hospital care provider and community health resources.
Resources
Education patients, families, and medical staff regarding available resources and guidelines associated in accessing resources. Provide applications as needed for these resources.
Licensed Certified Social Work
Licensed Master Social Work
Licensed Bachelor of Social Work with minimum of 5 years medical social work experience
A current unencumbered Social Worker license to practice in the State of Arkansas is required
Experience in a medical setting preferred
