Social Worker (PRN)

LHC Group
paid time off
United States, Nevada, Las Vegas
Jul 02, 2025
Summary We are hiring for a Social Worker, PRN! PPV: $45/visit Mileage: .51/per mile. At Always Better Care, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people. We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you! employee wellness programs flexibility for true work-life balance holidays & paid time off continuing education & career growth opportunities company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today! Responsibilities Assists the patient, significant others, physician, and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental, and social factors and difficulties related to the patient's health problems; which interfere with maximizing the benefit of medical services and the plan of care. Contributes as a health care team member to the development of comprehensive, integrated treatment plans for patients. Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients. Plans for continuity of care with hospitals and community agencies. Determines patient's ability to cope with daily living problems and assists patient in coping with illness. Assists the patient and significant others to understand, accept, follow, and implement medical recommendations. Assists the patient and significant others in utilizing community resources which will help the patient to achieve and maintain optimal functioning. Identifies gaps in community resources and stimulates resource development and/or improvement. Visits patient according to Plan of Treatment; completes a progress note for each visit; and submits progress notes to the agency on an at least weekly basis. Participates in staff conferences and committees as necessary. Fulfills necessary mandatory education on annual basis Provides in-service to agency staff as needed Sends the physician a written summary report on patient's condition at least every 60 days All other duties as assigned Education and Experience Education & Experience: Master's Degree from a school of Social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Educations. One year of social work experience in a health care setting. License Requirements: Current CPR certification Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation Additional State Specific Requirements NV: Licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work. Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits *Always Better Care HH* a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: *It's all about helping people.*