Charge Auditor Clinical - Surgical Services
CHRISTUS Health · Santa Fe, NM · 1 wk ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
Summary
The Charge Auditor Clinical is a Registered Nurse who coordinates the process of capturing observation charges and other direct care/nursing department charges. This role oversees the documentation and billing of observation patients to ensure compliance with all standards and guidelines.Responsibilities
- Maintains expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Performs all functions to abstract patient and procedure information for accurate billing.
- Reviews surgical records within one business day of surgery date to identify documentation opportunities.
- Timely enters surgical charges and develops/implements education plans for nursing and clinical associates.
- Participates in charge audits and reviews as needed, including RAC audits, patient requested audits, etc.
- Completes HealthStream (HLC) modules by assigned date.
- Maintains licensure/certification without lapse.
- Maintains BCLS/ACLS certification, if required.
Job Requirements
- Education/Skills: Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing required.
- Experience: 2 years clinical nursing experience required. Experience in Surgical Services setting preferred.
- Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: Active RN Licensure in the State of employment required. BLS required.