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Denell Smith

Jeffersonville,IN

Summary

Accomplished Case Manager adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates exceptionally well in high-pressure environments. Recommends best resources and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Navigator

Landmark Recovery
Louisville , KY
10.2022 - Current
  • Identified and coordinated resources for patient needs, including referrals to community services.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure timely access to appropriate services.
  • Educated patients and family members on their diagnoses and treatment plans.
  • Provided emotional support to patients.
  • Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and other departments within the organization.
  • Assisted in scheduling appointments, tests and procedures for patients.
  • Developed strategies to reduce barriers encountered by patients in accessing care.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient interactions and outcomes in electronic health record systems.
  • Attended team meetings to discuss patient cases and develop individualized care plans.

Patient Engagement Specialist

Landmark Recovery
Louisville, KY
05.2020 - 10.2022
  • Provided support to individuals in recovery from substance use disorder, and other mental health issues.
  • Monitored the progress of clients and updated treatment plans accordingly.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, providing guidance and direction to participants.
  • Assisted with the development of relapse prevention strategies for clients.
  • Maintained detailed records of the client's progress throughout their treatment plan.
  • Performed crisis interventions when necessary to help de-escalate situations involving clients in distress.

Med Tech

Landmark Recovery
Louisville, KY
03.2019 - 05.2020
  • Performed urinalysis tests on patient samples for the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.
  • Monitored vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Administered medications under physician direction, following standard operating procedures.
  • Recorded all test results in patient files according to hospital policies and procedures.
  • Provided instruction to patients regarding proper specimen collection techniques.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pathfinder School of Innovation
Louisville, Kentucky
04-2024

Skills

  • Resource identification
  • Electronic health records
  • Health advocacy
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Crisis intervention

Certification

  • HIPPA
  • De-escalation

Timeline

Patient Navigator

Landmark Recovery
10.2022 - Current

Patient Engagement Specialist

Landmark Recovery
05.2020 - 10.2022

Med Tech

Landmark Recovery
03.2019 - 05.2020

High School Diploma -

Pathfinder School of Innovation
Denell Smith