JOURNAL ARTICLE

Social Worker and Nurse Practitioner Consultation: An Innovative Approach to Bridging Healthcare Service and Communication Gaps for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness.

  • Published In: Health & Social Work, 2025, v. 50, n. 4. P. 289 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Judge-Ellis, Teresa; Abendroth, Karen; Weber, Jillian 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on a six-month interdisciplinary project at a Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC) designed to improve communication between homeless program social workers and healthcare providers for veterans experiencing homelessness. The project provided social workers access to consultation with a nurse practitioner (NP) dually certified in primary care and psychiatry through three modalities: face-to-face, curbside, and electronic consultation (e-consult). Findings suggest that in settings lacking on-site specialized homeless-tailored primary care, e-consults offer a sustainable and effective means to enhance healthcare collaboration, support social workers’ advocacy efforts, and potentially improve housing stability for veterans with complex physical, mental health, and substance use disorders. The project highlights the value of interdisciplinary collaboration and the unique role of dually certified providers in addressing the multifaceted needs of this vulnerable population.

Additional Information

  • Source:Health & Social Work. 2025/11, Vol. 50, Issue 4, p289
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0360-7283
  • DOI:10.1093/hsw/hlaf031
  • Accession Number:188960923
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