{"id":67879,"date":"2024-07-24T10:23:33","date_gmt":"2024-07-24T14:23:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/medicine\/?p=67879"},"modified":"2024-07-24T10:23:53","modified_gmt":"2024-07-24T14:23:53","slug":"featured-staff-member-katie-barnes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/medicine\/news\/featured-staff-member-katie-barnes\/","title":{"rendered":"Featured Staff: Katie Barnes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Katie Barnes is an Administrative Coordinator for the Division of Nephrology. Katie also serves on various SOM committees, and loves Pete the Cat!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-67880 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/medicine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/945\/2024\/07\/Bill-and-Me-293x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"289\" height=\"296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/medicine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/945\/2024\/07\/Bill-and-Me-293x300.jpg 293w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/medicine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/945\/2024\/07\/Bill-and-Me-301x309.jpg 301w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/medicine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/945\/2024\/07\/Bill-and-Me.jpg 312w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 289px) 100vw, 289px\" \/>What\u2019s your role and how long have you been a part of our Department?<\/h3>\n<p>I am the Administrative Coordinator for the Department of Nephrology and have been in this position for about a year.<\/p>\n<h3>Where are you from?<\/h3>\n<p>I am originally from Connecticut, but grew up in South Florida near Pompano Beach.<\/p>\n<h3>What originally attracted you to work at UNC Department of Medicine?<\/h3>\n<p>I really like the flexible schedule and being able to work from home. Being a mother of four does require flexibility! LOL<\/p>\n<h3>What is the most interesting project you&#8217;ve been a part of so far?<\/h3>\n<p>I enjoy being on one of the SOM Committees. I have gotten to meet staff from other departments and have enjoyed collaboration on the Work-Life Balance &amp; Wellness Team.<\/p>\n<h3>What do you enjoy most about working here?<\/h3>\n<p>I love how friendly and supportive the staff have been. I enjoy being in the office and miss interacting with everyone when working remotely.<\/p>\n<h3>How has your role evolved over time since you\u2019ve been here?<\/h3>\n<p>I have learned a lot over the past year with regards to travel, accounting and managing schedules. I am looking forward to seeing what the future holds with my position.<\/p>\n<h3>What is one thing that you wish people knew about your job?<\/h3>\n<p>I am responsible for many things, and it can be challenging at times. I may not know the answer, but I will make time to address all matters.<\/p>\n<h3>What are you most proud of, personal or professional?<\/h3>\n<p>I am proud to have an amazing family and be successful in my career.<\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s one thing on your bucket list?<\/h3>\n<p>Visit Italy and swim in the clear blue water!<\/p>\n<h3>Do you have hobbies outside of work that you enjoy?<\/h3>\n<p>I love to garden, cook and go for rides in my Jeep with the top down!<\/p>\n<h3>What piece of advice would you give to your younger self?<\/h3>\n<p>Do things that make you truly happy and never give up!<\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know?<\/h3>\n<p>I absolutely LOVE Pete the Cat! I like to put chocolate milk in my coffee.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Katie Barnes is an Administrative Coordinator for the Division of Nephrology. Katie also serves on various SOM committees, and loves Pete the Cat! 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