Shalini Borrison
Iselin,NJ
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with 8+ years of expertise as a Registered Nurse and Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist. Proven ability to deliver tailored patient education, build strategic action plans, and foster collaboration among interdisciplinary teams. Skilled in addressing patient and family needs through culturally sensitive, data-driven approaches while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (CDIS)
Atlantic Health System
07.2022 - Current
- Develop and implement strategies for effective communication and education around complex medical conditions, tailoring content to address the needs of patients and healthcare providers
- Evaluate patient-specific needs by analyzing documentation, enabling the creation of personalized action plans to ensure accurate understanding and engagement throughout the care journey
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide education on disease processes, medical inheritance, and treatment plans, fostering informed decision-making for patients and families
- Conduct individual and group education sessions to bridge gaps in understanding while supporting regional and organizational efforts to optimize patient outcomes
- Lead the design and execution of patient-focused programming, aligning educational initiatives with key departmental and organizational priorities to improve engagement and satisfaction
- Deliver in-depth training and education for healthcare professionals in various settings (e.g., home, outpatient), ensuring readiness for patient care interventions, including infusion therapies
- Partner with cross-functional teams—including educational, medical, quality, and Risk Management—to share insights, foster innovation, and align patient education efforts with strategic objectives
- Utilize data analytics to assess program effectiveness, adjust strategies, and meet key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring continuous improvement in patient education efforts
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards by conducting thorough documentation reviews and facilitating accurate communication with internal and external stakeholders
- Stay updated on emerging medical research, industry standards, and educational methodologies through symposium attendance, workshops, and professional development programs
Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (CDIS)
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Designed and implemented educational programs for staff and patients, enhancing understanding of disease processes and treatment protocols to improve outcomes
- Conducted detailed reviews of medical documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance with CMS guidelines, and support for high-quality patient care
- Mentored new team members in leveraging technology systems and optimizing documentation practices, fostering efficiency and adherence to standards
- Partnered on department-wide initiatives to drive productivity, achieve quality metrics, and support organizational goals
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, ensuring continued excellence in documentation management efforts.
- Served as a key liaison between departments, facilitating the sharing of essential information for successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive training materials to facilitate onboarding of new team members and improve their understanding of documentation processes.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to comply with regulatory requirements.
Registered Nurse – Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)
University Hospital
11.2014 - 06.2020
- Designed and conducted individual and group education sessions on disease management and treatment pathways, tailoring content to meet diverse patient and family needs
- Played a central role in emergency interventions, including codes, rapid responses, and intubations, demonstrating leadership and swift decision-making in high-pressure situations
- Supervised daily unit operations, ensuring adherence to clinical standards, optimizing processes, and promoting a patient-centered approach to care delivery
- Provided holistic nursing care by educating patients on their medical conditions, treatment plans, and self-management techniques, empowering them to adopt sustainable health behaviors
- Partnered with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care, driving improved health outcomes and satisfaction
- Provided comprehensive discharge instructions, covering medication regimens, follow-up care, and potential complications to ensure smooth transitions and optimal recovery
- Employed interactive and patient-centered teaching techniques to enhance understanding, engagement, and long-term self-management
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bloomfield College
Bloomfield, NJSkills
- Patient education
- Program development
- Strategic planning
- Implementation of healthcare solutions
- Bilingual proficiency
- Data analysis
- Cross-functional team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership abilities
Certification
- Registered Nurse License
- Continuing Medical Education: Disease-specific education, documentation improvement, and patient communication strategies.
- Attendance at professional symposiums and workshops to stay updated on best practices.
Accomplishments
- Designed and implemented patient education programs that improved patient and family engagement across diverse populations.
- Streamlined documentation processes, contributing to increased compliance and efficiency.
- Earned recognition for leadership and innovative approaches to solving patient care challenges.
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (CDIS)
Atlantic Health System
07.2022 - Current
Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (CDIS)
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
06.2019 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse – Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)
University Hospital
11.2014 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bloomfield College
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