Management Health
Resume:
DEBRA LYNNE SMITH
Houston, Texas 77074
************@*****.***
SUMMARY
Seasoned Health Care / Case Management professional, with expertise in monitoring planned assessments of quality care and management, seeks to utilize 10+ years of demonstrated experience for an employer that will appreciate strong leadership qualities, attentiveness to fine details and consistency at meeting deadlines. This prospect possesses quality networking and resourcefulness in the Health Care Industry, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations despite cultural, socio-economical and age-related differences.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Case Management – Diverse At-Risk Populations
•Reception of homeless, indigent and hurricane evacuee populations
•Provided case management for “at-risk” pregnant female teenagers and females above age 35
•Assessed health conditions and issues to provide quality health care and assistance
•Counseled patients and provided health-related referrals to meet diagnosed psychosocial disorders
•Facilitated workshops/ programs encompassing Maternity, Family Planning and Wellness
•Served meals and assisted in food preparations weekly, with homeless and indigent populations
•Interacted with clients of DayBreak Community Health Center to help resolve concerns
Specimen Management Lab Technician
•Participated in the collection and processing of specimens for medical testing
•Delivered medical information to the appropriate department in a timely manner
Education / Classroom Instruction
•Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students
•Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
•Instruct through lectures, discussions and demonstrations to motivate students to analyze and learn creatively
•Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
•Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects
•Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time
•Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by administrative regulations.
•Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
•Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities; Assign lessons and correct homework.
•Partnered with other professionals using Professional Development Skills Training to seek before learning tools
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Volunteer
St. John’s United Methodist Church/ Bread of Life, Inc.
Houston, Texas
2002 –Present
Substitute Teacher
Harris County Juvenile Probation
Houston, Texas
2006 - Present
Substitute Teacher
Avondale House
Houston, Texas
2009 - 2010
Eligibility Specialist II
Health and Human Services Commission
Houston, Texas
2008 - 2008
Specimen Management Lab Tech.
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
Houston, Texas
2006 –2008
Community Relations Specialist
City of Houston
Houston, Texas
2007 –2007
Reading Teacher
Gulf Shores Open Enrollment Charter School
Houston, Texas
2002 – 2002
Teacher
Community Education Partners
Houston, Texas
1999 – 2002
Case Manager
City of Houston: Health and Human Services
Houston, Texas
1991 – 1998
EDUCATION
B.S. Health Care Administration
(Minor: Gerontology)
Langston University
Langston, Ok
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