BARBARA PERKINS

Macon, GA ***** 478-***-**** LinkedIn

CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION SPECIALIST

Knowledgeable Registered Nurse Manager and clinician with a focus in utilization review, Cardiothoracic ICU, Intensive Care Units, Cardiac Step-down, Behavioral Health, and Clinical Research.

Possess a deep knowledge of ER and clinical experience with a high attention to detail when documenting.

Proven record of improving care by increasing the adherence to hospital policies and procedures.

Well-versed in working with multiple projects at once with a high attention to detail and low errors. Core Competencies: Certifications - ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, EMR Systems – Cerner, Meditech, Epic, and Care Logic. Utilization Systems – Maxy’s, 3M, and InterQual Systems. Word. PowerPoint. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PREMIER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS, Macon, GA 2020 – 2023 Registered Nurse – Critical Care

Provided the highest quality of care by utilizing best practices of care and adhering to policies and procedures. Effectively and efficiently treated numerous patients resulting in their recovery. Adapted to new protocols, policies, and procedures throughout the pandemic.

AUGUSTA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, Jackson, GA 2020 - 2020 Director of Nursing

Led a nursing staff that cared for over 1200 inmates. Increased staff by 25% and offset shortages by proactive staffing strategies. Increased morale through use of empathy and receiving approval to utilize contract staff. Managed staff. TRAVEL NURSE 2018 - 2020

ICU Nurse Research Coordinator Recovery Nurse

Cared for a variety of patients during travel nurse assignments – ICU, Circulating and recovery, pre-op, discharge, research, and prequalification. All assignments were successfully completed. PHOENIX STABILIZATION AND CRISIS CENTER, Warner Robins, GA 2017 - 2018 Nurse Manager

Hired to rewrite policies and procedures to improve care for clients and prepare the facility to reopen. Evaluated and documented the majority of the staff’s competency levels and retrained as needed. Readied the facility for state audit and increased staff by 25% by attracting top talent. As a result, the facility successfully reopened in 2018. NAVICENT HEALTH, Macon, GA 2010 - 2017

Nurse Manager

Provided 24/7 daily operational and clinical leadership and served as the principal liaison between all staff and physicians. Coordinated the workflow of the unit and provided direct supervision, coaching, and mentoring. Oversaw 90+ clinicians, acted as a staff educator, and conducted utilization reviews. Utilized the HEART – hear, empathize, apologize, respond, and thank – in dealing with clients, family, and staff. Received the best patient satisfaction score for 5 consecutive quarters. Served as a member of VAP, CAUTI, and Pharmacy committees. CENTRAL GEORGIA KIDNEY SPECIALISTS, Macon, GA 2010 - 2011 Physician Nurse Extender

Rounded (mostly independently) on patients at 3 different facilities to review labs and other diagnostic results. Conferred with physicians as necessary. Completed and documented assessments. Worked proficiently in this role until it was dissolved by the state.

EDUCATION

Western Governor University, Millcreek, UT Bachelor of Science - Nursing Macon State University, Macon, GA Associates of Science – Nursing