Baptist Health Shelby Hospital

Interacts directly with adult and adolescent patient/family to address issues/concerns of a clinical nature (medical necessity, mental wellness, linking patient care, etc.) as appropriate to facilitate efficient movement through the continuum of care.

Baptist Health Shelby Hospital’s Geriatric Psychiatric (Geri Psych) Floor is a 20-bed inpatient psychiatric unit dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with complex mental health and medical needs. Our unit is committed to delivering compassionate, interdisciplinary care in a safe and secure environment tailored to meet the unique lifestyle requirements of each patient, regardless of age.

The unit offers a diverse range of specialized services, including medical management, social work support, recreational therapy, and case management. While patients are admitted to the Geri Psych Floor, the nursing team plays a central role in providing holistic care, addressing both psychiatric conditions and co-occurring medical comorbidities to promote optimal recovery and quality of life.

Key highlights of the unit include:

• 20-bed capacity ensuring personalized care.
• Interdisciplinary approach involving medical professionals, social workers, recreational therapists, and case managers.
• Focus on treating both psychiatric and medical comorbidities for comprehensive patient care.
• Emphasis on safety, security, and therapeutic support to foster a healing environment.

This unit is ideal for professionals who thrive in a dynamic, collaborative setting and are passionate about delivering high-quality mental health and medical care to a diverse patient population

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and let us help you find your perfect fit!

Baptist Health Shelby Hospital Offers Great NEW Competitive Pay and Great Benefits Package that Includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Car Insurance
• Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt

ALL Benefits Start Day One

Essential Functions
• Initially and concurrently assesses all adult and adolescent clients within assigned population to include but not limited to:
diagnosis/medical history; current treatments/therapies; age; payment source; criteria compliance; resources; support systems;
anticipated needs; appropriate level ofservice;special/personal needs; and any other relevant information.
• Obtains referrals from Behavioral Health specialty medical and mental health providers and other referral sources to assess adult and adolescent client needs.
• Acts as an advocate for patient’s health care needs.
• Provides outreach and education at health fairs and other community events
• Facilitates family meetingsto discusslab results, provider recommendations, and plan of care with client’s care team.
• Maintainsrecords and documentation of work performed in an organized and easily retrievable fashion
• Maintains positive relationships with supervisor, peers, collaborative team, families, and community contacts.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state
and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.'

Other Related Functions
• Maintains confidentiality of data and information in compliance with HIPPA regulation and Orlando Health policies.
• Completes orientation and departmentspecific competencies

Education/Training
Master's degree in psychology, social work, or healthcare related field.

Licensure/Certification

• Valid Alabama driver’s license with no more than six (6) points, at least 21 years of age, and must be insurable under the Orlando Health insurance carrier’s requirements and standards.
• Must have an LCSW or LMSW Licensure in state of AL

Experience
One (1) year experience in case management or related patient care support role working in community agency, out-patient facility, or hospital setting