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Hospital social work roles and decision making

E G Schlesinger, I Wolock

    Social Work in Health Care
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    Hospital social work departments expanded their role and professionalization despite cost controls. However, coverage hours and post-discharge services saw a decline.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Management
    • Hospital Administration
    • Social Work in Healthcare

    Background:

    • Hospital social work departments play a crucial role in patient care and hospital operations.
    • Cost control measures in hospitals can impact departmental resources and services.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the evolution of hospital social work departments in New Jersey between 1975 and 1981.
    • To assess the impact of cost control efforts on the role and resources of hospital social work departments.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative analysis of selected New Jersey hospitals.
    • Examination of departmental data from 1975 and 1981.

    Main Results:

    • Hospital social work departments demonstrated growth in professionalization, staff size, patient care involvement, and decision-making participation.
    • Despite overall expansion, a decrease in coverage hours and services for discharged patients was noted.

    Conclusions:

    • Hospital social work departments have solidified their importance within hospitals, even amidst cost-containment initiatives.
    • While professional standing and involvement increased, a reduction in service accessibility warrants further attention.

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