RN - Clinical Information Specialist - Full Time
A brief summary of what's ahead
Location:
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
Full Time Equivalent (FTE):
1
Job position summary:
The Nursing Informatics Clinician is responsible for specific tasks associated with the implementation of application systems within the Healthcare System. The Nursing Informatics Clinician ensures that the system meets the functional requirements of the Healthcare System and serves as a communication intermediary with other departmental users during development and installation. Using a nursing perspective, the Nursing Informatics Clinician works closely with Information Services to ensure the clinical user requests are considered during the definition of functional requirements.
This position has access to and knowledge of extremely sensitive, private and confidential materials. Ability to maintain the highest standard is required with zero tolerance.
All the primary duties within this document will be performed according to established policies, procedures and guidelines within the department and the Healthcare System.
The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer:
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Holiday premium pay
- Shift and weekend differential pay
- 401k with a 6% employer match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Employee assistance program
Here is a look at the full job description:
RN - Clinical Information Specialist - Full Time
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Ensure clinical needs are evaluated and validated when implementation plans are developed by collecting input from end users.
- Be knowledgeable of the operation of the suite of clinical applications as new ones are installed and existing ones are upgraded.
- Assess the implications on nursing operations and processes of patient care delivery when assisting in resolution of departmental issues.
- Participate in development and testing of application functions.
- Design and train on use of clinical applications.
- Assist in live conversion plans for new and upgraded systems.
- Assist Information Services in screen modifications.
- Provide departmental support during all phases of implementation.
- Coordinate and participate in QA of the application functions.
- Assist in the development of user policies and procedures.
- Effectively demonstrate the mission, vision, and values of the medical center on a daily basis.
- Utilize all applications expertly.
- Provides support and structure for nursing resources.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Ability to read, write, type, and speak English.Have a working knowledge of the nursing process.Able to communicate, interpret, critically think using Nursing perspective.Ability to operate a computer and use critical thinking skills to troubleshoot computers applications.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to deal with other employees and departments in a positive and professional manner.
REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:
- Integrity:
- A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing.
- The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System
- Compassion:
- A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact.
- Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations.
- Accountability:
- Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues.
- Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes.
- Respect:
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population.
- Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.
- Excellence:
- Strong communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to influence and lead teams to conclusion/decision making.
- Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects.
- Must be able to lead and/or facilitate process improvement.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.
- Experience: 5 years of experience in clinical setting. 2 years of experience with clinical information systems. Management experience helpful. Computer knowledge required.
We provide equal employment opportunities
Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.
We participate in E-Verify
We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before we can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed form I-9.
