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Overview PRN Social Worker role at Concerto Renal Services . Concerto Renal Services is an industry leader in nursing home dialysis. We are a rapidly expanding business with a simple mission: reimagining dialysis care, one community at a time. Our model focuses on ensuring those with end-stage renal disease receive the best possible care through a more convenient, centralized, continuous care model. Summary/Objective: Concerto is seeking a PRN Social Worker to join its team. The PRN Social Worker provides psychosocial evaluation and counseling to patients who reside in a Skilled Nursing Facility or rehabilitation center regarding dialysis-related issues; works with the multidisciplinary treatment team to incorporate psychosocial needs/concerns in planning care; documents in the patient dialysis chart in keeping with facility policies to meet Medicare and QAPI requirements. This position requires facilitation as needed between the dialysis unit and the Social Services Department of the SNF. Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary team. Reports directly to the Manager of Social Services. Responsibilities Conducts psycho-social assessments on each patient and determines social work treatment plan compatible with a total medical treatment plan per CMS guidelines (initial, 90-day, annual and as needed for unstable patients). Track CIPA/POC for SNFs; coordinate POC meetings with RN, RD, MD and patient. Complete KDQOL and other tools as required. Provide monthly documentation in every patient’s chart on caseload. Provide education to new patients regarding their rights and responsibilities as well as the grievance procedure and document that this was completed. Complete monthly tracking of patients needed for QAPI. Maintain professional working relationships with other staff of Concerto and within the skilled nursing facility. Participate in administrative and staff programs as required, including staff meetings and in-service meetings. Compile and develop educational materials to be used as teaching aids for patients and staff as needed. Perform special projects as needed. Qualifications Master’s degree in social work. Healthcare or dialysis-related background preferred. Must be licensed as an LSW or LCSW. Unencumbered driver’s license. Intermediate computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and becoming proficient with Concerto-specific applications within 60 days of employment. Physical Demands Must be able to lift at least 20 lbs. Requires mental, visual, and auditory attention to patients, customers and staff. Work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious disease/materials. Requires travel between facilities. Other information Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Concerto Renal Services

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