Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day Shift

Description:Assesses patients and families and assists in discharge planning and coordinating care and patient transition post hospitalization. Adheres to Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare’s performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare.

What you will Do:   

•           Assesses prior living situation.

•           Assesses current situation and plans for discharge needs.

•           Assesses financial situation and discusses financial alternatives with patients and families.

•           Evaluates feasibility of services and resources (i.e., financial, psychosocial, willingness).

•           Provides documentation on chart of patient needs, resources and referrals

Hours/Schedule:    

80 hours biweekly (1.0 FTE)

Minimum Qualifications:      

Bachelor’s degree in social work.Current Licensed Social Worker in the state of Iowa or must obtain license in Social Work within 18 months of hire. Mandatory Reporter

Position Highlights and Benefits   

Personalized Health Insurance Plans – coverage effective on start dateRetirement plan with company matchPaid time off    Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness programs  

Ministry/Facility Information:   

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:   

MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center   MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation   MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation     

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.   

MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.   

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.