Karen Canady-Barnes
Cedar Hill,TX
Summary
Reliable and knowledgeable individual interacts with practitioners and healthcare providers to properly complete medical records. Knowledgeable on implementing methods to improve medical records process.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Health Services
International Leadership of Texas
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Oversaw health services at 23 schools, formulated and revised policies, and conducted health screenings
- Ensured scholars' immunizations were up-to-date and submitted annual reports to the Texas State Health Department
- Coordinated skills/knowledge competencies for school nurses and conducted professional development in-services
- Managed COVID-19 reporting, documentation and implemented health screening and telehealth programs
- Documented and submitted annual peer reviews
- Ensured accurate and complete health documentation and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams.
Field Nurse
United Home Healthcare of Shreveport
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Reviewed clinical documentation for admission of home-bound patients, provided nursing assessments, and educated on disease processes
- Delivered skilled nursing services and performed recertifications
- Direct involvement in patient documentation and follow-up care
- Performed monthly chart audits for appropriate insurance documentation inclusion.
Adjunct Faculty for Licensed Practical Nurse
Louisiana State University in Shreveport
01.2018
- Provided clinical and lab practicum experiences for LPN students
- Assessed clinical knowledge, skills, and interactions with patients, families, physicians, and staff
- Educated and assessed clinical documentation accuracy and quality of student nurses.
Registered Nurse
Alpha Nursing Agency
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Provided direct patient care in ICU, ER, Med-Surg, Hospice, and Behavioral Health settings
- Provided thorough, accurate documentation of patient assessment, treatment plans, interventions, and evaluations
- Worked as a school nurse, managing first aid, student health counseling, and health fairs, documented on student IHPs (individualized health plans) and evaluated documentation for inclusiveness of health entities.
Administrative Nursing Director
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Supervised 200 healthcare professionals in multiple departments, implemented renovations, and developed strategic plans
- Chaired councils for Magnet Recognition and Patient Satisfaction, prepared documentation for JCAHO accreditation, and implemented computerized physician order entry
- Provided Leadership in documentation accuracy, policy implementation, and quality improvement initiatives.
Director of Nursing
Promise Specialty Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Supervised 250 healthcare professionals, developed budgets, revised policies, and implemented ICU renovations
- Collaborated with healthcare disciplines and provided coaching and leadership
- Ensured accurate and complete clinical documentation across disciplines.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
University of Phoenix Online
01.2004
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Louisiana State University School of Nursing
01.1990
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
University of Louisiana at Monroe
01.1987
Skills
- Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI)
- Acute Care and Critical Care Nursing
- Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
- Effective Communication with Physicians and Multidisciplinary Teams
- Remote Work Experience
- Leadership and Team Building
- Health Policy Formulation and Implementation
Professional Development
- Participated in National Advisory Board Leadership conferences
- Served as adjunct faculty for nursing students at Northwestern State University and Louisiana State University
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Director of Health Services
International Leadership of Texas
01.2018 - 01.2024
Adjunct Faculty for Licensed Practical Nurse
Louisiana State University in Shreveport
01.2018
Field Nurse
United Home Healthcare of Shreveport
01.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse
Alpha Nursing Agency
01.2009 - 01.2017
Administrative Nursing Director
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
01.2005 - 01.2009
Director of Nursing
Promise Specialty Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
University of Phoenix Online
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Louisiana State University School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
University of Louisiana at Monroe
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