Position Summary: Uses knowledge of clinical information and computer science to manage and
communicate data, information, and knowledge, as well as improve clinical practice.
Assists in the design, development, and implementation of computerized healthcare
systems. Supports human-computer and human-technology interactions for patients and
staff. Develop strategies and procedures for modifying information technology to best
support clinicians.
Responsible for supporting the performance improvement program to meet the needs of
the organization. Provides education to medical staff, departmental staff and Governing
Body as needed. Facilitates performance improvement activities and CQI activities
throughout the organization. Acts as a resource person to administrative team,
department managers and medical staff. Assists department managers with preparation
for committees. Assists with regulatory body surveys, e.g., the accrediting organization,
State Licensing Review, CMS Validation surveys.
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience Required:
- Registered Nurse license and 2 years of clinical experience in direct patient care or Licensed Practical Nurse license and 5 years of clinical experience in direct patient care.
- Two (2) years previous technology (EMR, Microsoft, Excel) experience
Education and/or Experience Preferred:
- Two ( 2 ) years or more experience in Quality Management including quality reporting, interoperability, and data driven performance improvement
- Experience in a critical access hospital, rural health clinic, or small healthcare organization
Project coordination or change management experience
- CPHQ certification
- Healthcare Informatics Degree
Certificates, Licensure, Registrations:
- Current Nebraska Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse License
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Previous experience supporting or working in EMR systems in healthcare setting.
- Strong communication and training skills with the ability support clinical and non-clinical users.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze workflows, solve problems, and support process improvements.
- Understanding of HIPAA privacy, security standards, and healthcare regulatory requirements.