Psych ED - LSW

10010 Genesis HealthCare System; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare System in Ohio is seeking an LSW to assess, plan, organize, implement, and evaluate care for Behavioral Health patients in the Emergency Department. The role involves coordinating with physicians, documenting plans, and ensuring compliance with infection control policies.

Responsibilities include screening patients, presenting information to treating clinicians, arranging referrals, and mentoring new staff, while maintaining compassionate patient care aligned with the Genesis

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Ohio.
• CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
• Demonstrates competence in age-specific patient care as documented by the attached checklist.
• Aggression Management System within six months of employment.
• Ability to read, write and explain or describe moderately complex information to other hospital staff.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate well in an oral and written manner.
• Ability to read, calculate and prepare medication, and observe and analyze any resulting reactions.

Responsibilities

• Completes initial screenings of patients presenting in the ED for Behavioral Health services.
• Reviews clinical information and presents it to the ED Physician and on-call Psychiatrist to determine disposition.
• Documents assessment and discharge plans in the medical record.
• Verifies Insurance coverage when applicable.
• Facilitates referrals to other Healthcare facilities when appropriate.
• Serves as a resource for physicians, patients, and families.
• Provides compassionate, quality patient care in accordance with physician orders.
• Assists with orientation of new staff as assigned.

Skills

LSW license

CPR within 30 days

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

Ohio LSW license

Job description

GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

In order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Genesis Mission and Genesis values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation. All employees must regard themselves as an 'owner' of Genesis and keep our patients at the center of everything we do - always.

Shifts available:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Schedules available:

• Full time - 72 hours every two weeks
• Part time - 24 hours every two weeks

Overview of the position:

Role expectations for the Psych ED - LSW includes assessing, planning organizing, implementing and evaluating the care delivery system, across the continuum, to enhance quality patient care in an efficient and caring manner. Coordinates care planning with other caregivers and with other areas, adheres to universal precautions, and is compliant with infection control policies. Consults with on call Psychiatrist and ED Physician regarding disposition of patients. Works independently with minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Completes initial screenings of patients presenting in the ED for Behavioral Health services
2. Reviews clinical information and presents it to the ED Physician, as well as the on-call Psychiatrist to determine appropriate disposition of patients
3. Documents assessment and discharge plans/discharge disposition of patient in the medical record according to department standards.
4. Verifies Insurance coverage, when applicable
5. Facilitates referrals to other Healthcare facilities when appropriate
6. Serves as a resource for physicians, patients, and families
7. Provides compassionate, quality patient care in accordance with physician orders in a warm and friendly manner.
8. Assess psychiatric conditions and provides treatment for care of patient in accordance with their scope of practice.
9. Provides leadership while working collaboratively with other care givers in the department.
10. Demonstrate knowledge, skills and ability related to patient care and normal procedures in the Psych Central Management Department within own scope of practice as demonstrated in completion of annual competencies.
11. Assists with orientation process of new staff as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Current Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Ohio.
2. CPR certification within 30 days of employment
3. Demonstrates competence in age-specific patient care as documented by the attached checklist
4. Aggression Management System within six months of employment
5. Ability to read, write and explain or describe moderately complex information to other hospital staff.
6. Attention to detail.
7. Ability to communicate well in an oral and written manner. Must be able to observe, assess, guide, and evaluate others.
8. Ability to read, calculate and prepare medication, and observe and analyze any resulting reactions and to apply clinical knowledge.
9. Ability to collect data, interpret findings, set priorities and carry out established plan.

PATIENT CENTERED CARE & BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

1. Living the Genesis Mission, Vision and Values:

• Performs work in a manner that is quality focused.
• Treats patients, co-workers, visitors and volunteers with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect.
• Results oriented and focused on achievement of objectives.
• Acknowledges and responds to the diversity of people and the situation.
• Encourages peers (others) to be owners of change.
• Always makes the effort to anticipate and exceed customer needs and expectations.
• Possesses the ability to engage others with patience and understanding.
• Act in a manner that creates positive first and lasting impressions.
• Demonstrates the ability to own issues until they are resolved.

2. Patient Centered Care (patients/families, physicians, co-workers, all other internal/external customers)

• Introduces self and role…connects with everyone.
• Communicates effectively (i.e. advising others of actions, pertinent information, time durations, etc.) and asks for feedback.
• Asks for and anticipates needs and concerns of others.
• Maintains a positive work environment for staff and a healing environment for patients (i.e. safe, clean, quiet, etc.)
• Maintains the dignity and privacy of each person; manages confidential/sensitive information appropriately.
• Responds to requests in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Expires patient/customer encounters courteously, asking if there are additional needs that can be addressed.

3. Promotes Patient and Employee Safety

• Demonstrates safe Patient Handling (i.e. transfers, transport, care administration, nutrition, medication, etc.)
• Demonstrates safe Materials Handling (i.e. appropriate use and disposal of chemicals, infectious wastes, etc.)
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of Infectious Disease precautions and use of proper protective equipment
• Demonstrates Slips/Trips and Falls Awareness.
• Actively contributes to maintaining a safe, clean and quiet environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to observe, access, guide and evaluate others.
2. Must be able to hear, speak, see and to coordinate motor skills.
3. Must be able to climb, lift 25 pounds, stoop and bend.
4. Ability to collect data, interpret findings, set priorities and carry out established plan.
5. Ability to read, write and utilize manual and computerized systems of documentation.
6. Ability to read, calculate and prepare medication, as well as the ability to observe and analyze any resulting reactions and to apply clinical knowledge
7. Able to deal with aggressive patients both verbally and physically.

Thank you for your interest in employment at Genesis. Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job . Our mission is to provide compassionate, quality healthcare. Genesis HealthCare System is an integrated healthcare delivery system based in Zanesville, Ohio. The system includes a not-for-profit hospital, Genesis Hospital, in Zanesville, an extensive network of more than 300 physicians and multiple outpatient care centers throughout the region. Genesis is the largest healthcare provider in its six-county region of southeastern Ohio, which includes Muskingum, Morgan, Perry, Coshocton, Noble and Guernsey counties. Genesis provides a higher level of service than what is typically found in a community of its size including open-heart surgery, trauma care, a Level II special care nursery, neurosurgery and comprehensive cancer services. This level of care has established Genesis as a primary referral center for much of the region. In addition to traditional hospital services, Genesis offers a broader range of services through its affiliated organizations, which serve as Genesis\'s partners to extend care far out into the community. Our steadfast commitment to delivering high quality, compassionate patient care is recognized throughout the country with numerous awards and accreditations. We are proud of our rich history of serving the community and vow to continue the tradition of healing and caring with compassion, trust, innovation and excellence.