Karen Barnes
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Reliable hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Specialist
South City Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2023
- Responsible for abstracting data from Electronic Medical Record to submit to CMS and Joint Commission prior to deadlines
- Responsible for additional data collection and duties as assigned per Director of Quality by paying close attention to detail
- Maintains a close working relationship with physicians and co-workers to ensure quality of care and timely resolution of quality issues.
Quality Specialist
Saint Alexius Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2019
- Provided extensive post-operative care and education to patients after Bariatric procedures using a holistic approach
- Communicated directly with physicians and other health care staff
- Maintained Bariatric Center of Excellence positive feedback rate of 98%.
Clinical Leader
Saint Alexius Hospital
01.2003 - 10.2008
- Provided and coordinated patient care on medical surgical unit
- Closely monitored patients for new onset of symptoms by assessing, observing and communicating closely with patients and families
- Administered medications and treatments.
Education
Diploma in Nursing -
Saint Luke's School of Nursing
Saint Louis, MO06.1985
High School Diploma -
Berkeley Senior High School
Saint Louis, MO06.1981
Skills
- Dedicated Multitasking
- Data Collection and Entry
- Registered Nurse CPR
- ACLS
Timeline
Quality Specialist
South City Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2023
Quality Specialist
Saint Alexius Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2019
Clinical Leader
Saint Alexius Hospital
01.2003 - 10.2008
Diploma in Nursing -
Saint Luke's School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Berkeley Senior High School
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