Clinical Informaticist, RN

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operational leaders, patient care teams, IT, and other Informatics teams to develop, implement, and coordinate standardization of information systems policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and facilitate workflow and process improvements in relation to IT systems to enhance the effectiveness of clinical applications.
• Participate in organizational committees and serve as an expert Informatics resource, providing guidance and perspective on the design and development of information systems to support patient care and organizational priorities.
• Provide initial training of clinical applications to new medical staff physicians, resident physicians, locum physicians, mid-level providers, and medical students, and continue education/training for all providers and super-users.
• Optimize and maintain clinical information systems, validate changes, upgrades, and modifications, and communicate with providers and clinical staff during downtime.
• Develop and maintain a strong, effective working relationship with operational leaders and staff, and round regularly in assigned support areas to assist and facilitate workflow and process improvement initiatives.
• Investigate and resolve issues related to software, workflows, and processes, and communicate changes to operational leaders and stakeholders.
• Support clinicians' processes and ensure their safety, and identify and take appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards.
• Lead or participate in interdisciplinary committees focused on IT solutions for improving clinical processes, and assist with process improvement activities and IT-related patient safety opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with DCH Standards and maintain performance, patient, and employee satisfaction.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current Alabama RN licensure.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Minimum of three years RN clinical experience required.
• Previous participation and/or leadership in a hospital committee preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to understand clinical workflow processes and performance improvements to support nursing and physician practice.
• Strong understanding of clinical workflow processes and performance improvements to support nursing and physician practice.
• Experience in using Meditech and/or previous experience in Clinical Informatics is preferred.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Evidence of commitment to enhance professional growth and development through participation in continued educational programs, current literature, meetings, and trainings.
• Strong critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of clinical applications used within the organization.
• Recognized as an expert in training ability.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with strong prioritizing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.