Tara (Terri) Corbett, Rn, Cds
About Tara (Terri) Corbett, Rn, Cds
Tara (Terri) Corbett is a Registered Nurse and Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist at CommonSpirit Health in Pasadena, Texas. With over 23 years of nursing experience, she has worked in various specialties and is currently preparing for the Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist certification exam.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Tara Corbett has been employed at CommonSpirit Health as a Registered Nurse and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of clinical documentation, which is essential for patient care and reimbursement processes. Her work is based in Pasadena, Texas, where she has contributed to the organization's mission of providing quality healthcare.
Education and Expertise
Tara Corbett studied at the College of the Mainland, where she earned an Associate of Science degree in Registered Nursing from 1996 to 1999. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in nursing principles and practices. She is currently preparing for the Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) certification exam, which will further enhance her expertise in clinical documentation.
Background in Nursing
With 23 years of nursing experience, Tara Corbett has worked across various specialties including Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Perioperative, Emergency, and Bariatrics. Her diverse background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of patient care and clinical processes, enabling her to excel in her current role as a CDI Specialist.
Previous Roles in Healthcare
Before joining CommonSpirit Health, Tara Corbett held significant positions in healthcare. She worked at Bay Area Regional Medical Center as the Bariatric Program Manager from 2013 to 2018, where she managed the bariatric program. Prior to that, she served as the Bariatric Coordinator and Nurse Manager at Houston Methodist's Weight Management Center from 2005 to 2012, focusing on weight management and patient care.
Professional Memberships
Tara Corbett is a member of the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists (ACDIS). This membership reflects her commitment to professional development and staying informed about best practices in clinical documentation improvement.