Accomplished Case Manager adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Support day-to-day program operations with expertise in records management and resource coordination. Skillfully meet diverse needs and address issues to maintain efficiency and program outreach. Demonstrated success in building long-lasting relationships.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
IDD Program Specialist III
DIDD- Katie Beckett Program
Nashville, TN
05.2022 - Current
Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status.
Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
Adhered to ethical principles and standards to protect clients' confidential information.
Provided crisis intervention support for clients in emergency situations.
Compiled reports on cases and submitted them to supervisors as required.
Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy.
Maintained logs and electronic client records following department and agency policies for effective monitoring.
Assisted individuals with eligibility for available benefits.
Coordinated transportation services for clients who lacked access to reliable transportation.
Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
Transitioned clients to different providers based on progress or needs.
Advocated for clients by obtaining information regarding treatment options and clinical status.
Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.
Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
PSR - Patient Service Representative
CVS Pharmacy
, TN
11.2021 - 05.2022
Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Explained plans for treatment and payment options.
Educated patients on medicine and at-home healthcare tools.
Reviewed and corrected claim errors to facilitate smooth processing.
Used SPRX to schedule medication shipments.
AVAYA phone experience
Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
Adhered to company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
Documented and detailed calls and complaints using call center's CRM database.
Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues.
Detailed payment options and transferred customers to billing department for payment or further questions regarding bill.
Researched issues through identification of similar past problems and recommended most appropriate solution.
Managed over 50 customer calls per day
Improved patient satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service during check-in and check-out processes.
Answered incoming calls in a professional manner.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
Inputted patient demographic data into electronic health record system.
Direct Support Professional
Prospect Inc.
Lebanon, TN
10.2014 - 11.2021
Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
Leveraged database management system to track and report service hours, details of activities and progress on goals.
Used Therap and ISPs to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients.
6 months house manager experience
CNA
Tennova Hospital
Lebanon, TN
11.2016 - 03.2017
CNA/ Tech for Rehab and McFarland mental health
Worked with developmental and physically disabled adults in multiple departments.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Cashier/Customer Service Representative
Tractor Supply Company
Carthage, TN
09.2012 - 11.2014
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
Used suggestive selling techniques to promote add-on sales.
Reconciled transactions at end of shift using appropriate forms and reports to verify accuracy of transactions.
Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
Identified discrepancies between actual count and register balance; made corrections accordingly.
Adhered to loss prevention policies such as monitoring suspicious activity in order to prevent shoplifting.
Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
Boosted customer satisfaction levels by going extra mile to personalize service for each customer.