RN

KAREN GARNER, RN, BSN

Clinical Documentation Improvement Quality Assurance Behavioral Health Hospice Nursing

Detroit, MI • 313-***-**** • *******.**@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Registered Nurse with 20+ years of experience specializing in clinical documentation improvement (CDI), quality assurance, behavioral health, and hospice/palliative care. Subject matter expert in OASIS review, Medicare compliance, and audit readiness. Proven track record of improving documentation accuracy, reducing regulatory risk, and supporting optimal reimbursement while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

CORE COMPETENCIES

OASIS Review & Coding • Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) • Medicare Compliance • Chart Audits & Quality Assurance • Risk Mitigation • Remote Case Review • Behavioral Health Assessment • Hospice & Palliative Care • Pain & Symptom Management • Patient & Family Education • Interdisciplinary Collaboration • EMR/EHR Systems

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2021–Present Professional Development & Caregiving

Maintained RN licensure, completed continuing education, and supported family caregiving responsibilities.

Quality Assurance / Clinical Documentation RN (Remote)

Real Solutions Home Health Care Delray Beach, FL Nov 2020 – Jul 2021

Reviewed and approved 40–60+ OASIS charts weekly, ensuring Medicare compliance and accurate reimbursement

Reduced documentation deficiencies through targeted audits and corrective action education

Trained clinicians on best-practice documentation standards and regulatory requirements

Monitored quality indicators and reported trends to leadership to support performance improvement initiatives

Supported audit readiness and minimized risk of claim denials and penalties

Behavioral Health RN

Havenwyck Hospital Auburn Hills, MI Sept 2016 – Feb 2017

Delivered acute psychiatric nursing care to high-risk adolescent populations

Conducted intake, risk, and comprehensive psychosocial assessments

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized treatment plans

Maintained crisis stabilization, medication management, and patient safety standards

Hospice RN

Seasons Hospice / Maxim Staffing Southfield, MI Jan 2016 – Oct 2016

Provided end-of-life and palliative care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life

Managed pain and complex symptoms using evidence-based interventions

Educated and supported families through disease progression and care transitions

Coordinated interdisciplinary care to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction

EDUCATION & LICENSURE

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), University of Detroit Mercy

Registered Nurse (RN), State of Michigan

TECHNICAL SKILLS

EMR/EHR Systems • Kinser • Microsoft Word • Excel • Remote Documentation Platforms

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