Lorraine Jurist
Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Master of Social Work (MSW)
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Dedicated, Experienced, skilled Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Master of Social Work (MSW) and 23 years of extensive experience in high-acuity healthcare environments. Expert in psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, complex case management, and interdisciplinary collaboration for patients managing severe chronic illness. Adept at navigating complex regulatory frameworks, protecting patient rights, empathy, and advocacy.
Seeking to utilize skills and understanding of continuity-of-care systems in a medical or community social work setting.
Experience
Nephrology Social Worker - DaVita Kidney Care - Green Valley and Pelican Point
(2010-02 - 2026-07)
Conducted comprehensive initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments for caseload of 120-175 patients adjusting to life-altering chronic diagnoses.
- Formulated, implemented, and monitored individualized intervention plans to address mental health barriers, treatment non-compliance, and socioeconomic challenges.
- Facilitated crisis intervention and de-escalation for high-stress patient and family situations, ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment.
- Collaborated within an interdisciplinary medical team—including nephrologists, clinical staff, and dietitians—to optimize holistic patient outcomes.
- Connected vulnerable populations to vital community resources, insurance programs, transportation, and mental health counseling.
- Documented all clinical interactions in Electronic Health Records (EHR), ensuring compliance with federal, state, and HIPAA guidelines during rigorous quality audits.
- Monthly Facility Health Reports
LTC and Rehab Social Worker - Heights of Summerlin
(2008-09 - 2009-04)
Similar work, but lower caseloads
Social Worker - Odyssey Hospice (Now Gentiva Healthcare)
(2008-01 - 2008-05)
Similar work, but lower caseloads
Social Worker II - State of NV Division for Aging
(2003 - 2007)
Community Based Care. Similar work, but lower caseloads
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work - UNLV (2003)
Bachelor of Psychology - Psychology - UCSD (1993)
