Damaris Lefort
Port Saint Lucie
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse with experience in home health, care coordination and specialty clinics. I have over 10 years of experience in pediatric care/case management. Also experienced in utilization review. I am reliable, hardworking and flexible. I work well independently as well as in a group setting.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
AmeriHealth Caritas
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Assess the healthcare needs of pediatric patients through comprehensive evaluations and consultations.
- Coordinate the implementation of care plans by organizing appointments, medical treatments, and any necessary interventions to ensure the child receives appropriate care.
- Facilitate communication between the child's family, healthcare providers, and other relevant parties.
- Advocate for the member's healthcare needs.
- Monitor the progress of the child's health and development, adjusting care plans as necessary to address any changes or emerging needs.
- Provide emotional support to the child and their family, helping them navigate the challenges of the child's health condition.
- Research and connect families with community resources and support services tailored to the child's specific health conditions or challenges.
Clinical Review Nurse
ACENTRA
11.2016 - 10.2023
- Company Overview: McLean, VA
- Utilize critical thinking skills to assess medical records for accuracy and completeness.
- Apply knowledge of Medicaid regulations regarding coverage criteria for requested services.
- Conduct detailed analysis of medical data to determine appropriateness of services rendered.
- Communicate effectively with providers regarding discrepancies found during the review process.
- Collaborate with families, providers, and other appropriate parties to ensuring client services are met.
- McLean, VA
Registered Nurse
Children's Medical Services
09.2011 - 11.2016
- Company Overview: Fort Pierce, FL
- I was employed as a care coordinator/clinic nurse. I assisted families in allocating the necessary resources available for their children with special health care needs.
- I worked side by side with specialty physicians in a clinic setting.
- I was responsible for obtaining pre-clinic needs (labs, x-ray reports), scheduling appointments and following up with the families.
- I also assisted with referrals and obtaining appointments and authorizations outside of the CMS clinic.
- Fort Pierce, FL
Registered Nurse
PSA Home Healthcare
02.2010 - 09.2011
- Company Overview: West Palm Beach, FL
- I cared for pediatric patients in a home setting under the direction of their primary care physician and specialty providers.
- I was responsible for taking vitals, administering medications and cleaning and assessing PICC line sites.
- West Palm Beach, FL
Customer Service Representative
Liberty Medical Supply
10.2005 - 02.2010
- Company Overview: Port Saint Lucie, FL
- I placed telephone orders with diabetic patients.
- I assisted patients with setting up and using their glucometer and supplies.
- Port Saint Lucie, FL
Cashier
Hess
05.2005 - 10.2005
- Company Overview: Port Saint Lucie, FL
- I was employed as a cashier and also assisted in the bakery.
- Port Saint Lucie, FL
Cashier/office Manager
Winn Dixie
05.2004 - 05.2005
- Company Overview: Port Saint Lucie, FL
- I was employed as a cashier and was promoted to a floor manager and then an office manager.
- I was responsible for the supervision and direction of cashiers as well as supporting staff.
- Port Saint Lucie, FL
Education
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Indian River State College
01.2005
Skills
- Case Management
- Parent/Patient/Family Education
- Clinical/Utilization Review
- Spanish Fluent
- Utilization Management
- Nursing
Certification
- RN License, FL 04/30/27
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN Case Manager
AmeriHealth Caritas
10.2023 - 01.2025
Clinical Review Nurse
ACENTRA
11.2016 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
Children's Medical Services
09.2011 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse
PSA Home Healthcare
02.2010 - 09.2011
Customer Service Representative
Liberty Medical Supply
10.2005 - 02.2010
Cashier
Hess
05.2005 - 10.2005
Cashier/office Manager
Winn Dixie
05.2004 - 05.2005
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Indian River State College
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