Hospice PRN Social Worker – End-of-Life Support

Blue Ridge Care; Winchester (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Job summary

Blue Ridge Care in Winchester, Virginia seeks a PRN-Social Worker to support patients and families facing end-of-life challenges. You will assess psychosocial needs, coordinate with the care team, and provide counseling and referrals.

The role emphasizes compassionate communication, careful documentation in the EMR, and collaboration with community agencies to optimize quality of life for aging or seriously ill individuals. Prior hospice experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work is required or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in healthcare; hospice experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial status and inform care plans to the RN and team.
• Assess safety and environment and develop alternative plans for patient well-being.
• Perform social evaluations and plan interventions addressing patient and family needs.
• Provide counseling to patients and families on stress management and coping with illness.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and enter data into the EMR at the bedside.
• Offer information and referral services regarding practical and environmental needs.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and community agencies to facilitate access to services.
• Develop and maintain contacts with public and private agencies to enhance resources for patients and staff.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Care coordination

Education

Master of Social Work

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Blue Ridge Care in Winchester, Virginia seeks a PRN-Social Worker to support patients and families facing end-of-life challenges. You will assess psychosocial needs, coordinate with the care team, and provide counseling and referrals.

The role emphasizes compassionate communication, careful documentation in the EMR, and collaboration with community agencies to optimize quality of life for aging or seriously ill individuals. Prior hospice experience is preferred.