Are you passionate about supporting patients and families through complex healthcare journeys? Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center (NWMRMC) is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Social Worker/Discharge Planner to join our care coordination team.
The Social Worker/Discharge Planner plays a critical role in coordinating safe and effective transitions of care for hospitalized patients. This position works closely with physicians, nurses, patients, families, and community resources to develop discharge plans that support recovery, reduce readmissions, and ensure continuity of care.
About Us:
At Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, we are committed to providing high quality, sustainable healthcare to the citizens of Northwest Mississippi. We believe in a collaborative work environment where each team member plays an integral role in promoting the health and well-being of our patients.
Why Join Us?
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Mission-Driven Work: Support a community-focused healthcare organization dedicated to improving lives.
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Professional Growth: Opportunities for training, development, and career advancement.
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Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, health insurance, retirement plan, and more.
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Positive Work Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals in a supportive setting.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct psychosocial assessments to identify patient needs, barriers to discharge, and available support systems
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Develop and coordinate individualized discharge plans in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and care teams
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Facilitate referrals to post-acute services including home health, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, hospice, and community resources
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Provide patient and family education regarding discharge plans and available support services
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Assist patients and families with advance directives, end-of-life planning, and community resource connections
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support length-of-stay management and care coordination
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Coordinate transportation and post-discharge care arrangements as needed
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Document discharge planning activities and patient interactions in the electronic health record
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Monitor patient progress toward discharge goals and adjust plans as necessary
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Support hospital initiatives focused on readmission reduction and quality improvement
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Maintain compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation and regulatory standards related to discharge planning
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Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) required. Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred.
Licensure/Certifications: Licensed Social Worker (LSW or LMSW) in the State of Mississippi required.
Experience: One (1) or more years of healthcare social work or discharge planning experience preferred. Experience in acute care hospital settings strongly preferred. Knowledge of post-acute care services, insurance requirements, and community resources.
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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Company Paid Basic Life/AD&D Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
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Retirement plan options
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Generous personal time off (PTO) pay schedule
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Supportive, friendly work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth
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The opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of our patients
Be a Part of Something Bigger!
At NWMRMC, we believe in our mission to drive meaningful change in the communities we serve. If you're ready to apply your expertise in a role that truly makes a difference, don't wait-take the next step in your career today. We can't wait to welcome you to our team!
Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center (NWMRMC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
