Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) RN Advisor

hyreharperco; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Coverage

401(k) Matching

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr.

VA Medical Center in Memphis, TN seeks an experienced RN Advisor to lead CDI efforts, applying nursing processes to data analysis and documentation review. You will collaborate with physicians, coding staff, and other professionals to improve documentation quality for inpatient and outpatient services. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, an active RN license with TN reciprocity, and CDI certifications.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of CDI experience in acute care hospital settings.
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted RN license in any U.S. state or territory with reciprocity in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Lead CDI efforts by applying clinical expertise to review medical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between clinical providers and CDI/coding teams to facilitate documentation clarification and education.
• Analyze documentation for clinical validation and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver educational programs for providers and staff on documentation standards, coding implications, and regulatory compliance.
• Support the creation and refinement of CDI workflows, SOPs, and performance metrics.
• Participate in reconciliation activities to align CDI documentation with final coding and MS-DRG assignments.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, including mortality reviews, CMS core measures, and provider engagement strategies.
• Ensure adherence to VA policies and directives.

Skills

Clinical Documentation

Education & Training

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The CDI RN Advisor serves as a clinical leader and subject matter expert in documentation integrity at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center in Memphis, TN. This role is essential to the success of the facility’s Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) program, which supports accurate and complete documentation for inpatient and outpatient services. As a Registered Nurse Advisor (RNA), you will apply the nursing process to analyze clinical data, validate documentation, and identify trends and opportunities for improvement. You will work closely with physicians, CDI specialists, coding staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that documentation reflects the true complexity and severity of patient conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead CDI efforts by applying clinical expertise to review medical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between clinical providers and CDI/coding teams to facilitate documentation clarification and education.
• Analyze documentation for clinical validation and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver educational programs for providers and staff on documentation standards, coding implications, and regulatory compliance.
• Support the creation and refinement of CDI workflows, SOPs, and performance metrics.
• Participate in reconciliation activities to align CDI documentation with final coding and MS-DRG assignments.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, including mortality reviews, CMS core measures, and provider engagement strategies.
• Ensure adherence to VHA HIM CDI Program Guide, ACDIS Code of Ethics, and all applicable VA policies and directives.

Work Environment

Onsite at a high-complexity VA Medical Center with extensive inpatient and outpatient services. Collaborative role within a multidisciplinary team, reporting to the Chief of Health Information Management.

Job Details

• Position Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
• Location: Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center, 116 North Pauline Street, Memphis, TN 38104
• Period of Performance: Base Year (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026) with one (1) Option Year
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM EST
• Service Contract Act Applicable: Yes
• Hourly Rate: $27.20-$33 Per Hour + SCA Health and Welfare (H&W) $5.09 Per Hour
• Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of recent CDI experience in acute care hospital settings
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted RN license in any U.S. state or territory with reciprocity in Tennessee
• Certifications: Must hold current certification from one or more of the following: ACDIS (Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS)) AHIMA (Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP)) AAPC (Certified Documentation Expert Outpatient (CDEO) certification or Certified Documentation Expert Inpatient (CDEI) certification)
• Technical Skills: Skilled in clinical validation, provider education, and documentation improvement strategies
• Responsibilities: Serve as CDI Nursing Advisor for inpatient and outpatient services Apply nursing process to data analysis and documentation review Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve documentation quality Lead training sessions and develop educational materials Participate in reconciliation and coding accuracy initiatives
• Compliance: Must meet all VA, CMS, and Joint Commission documentation guidelines
• Health Requirements: Must provide proof of current immunizations and screenings (TB, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Influenza, COVID-19)
• Other Requirements: Must pass background check and credentialing Must maintain PHI access and NPI registration Must adhere to ACDIS Code of Ethics

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage
• Medical Coverage: Multiple nationwide and regional options, including HMO, PPO, and HDHP plans, with access to 24/7 telemedicine and wellness programs.
• Dental & Vision Insurance: Preventive, basic, and major dental services, plus vision exams, frames, and contact lenses.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax savings for healthcare expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, legal consultations, and work-life balance.
• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching.
• Financial Coaching: Budgeting tools and financial planning support.
• Commuter Benefits & Adoption Assistance: Savings on mass transit and reimbursement for eligible adoption expenses.
• Work-Life Balance & Professional Growth: Training & Development: Access to on-demand courses and professional growth programs.
• Sick Time and PTO Holiday Pay
• Additional Perks MarketPlace Perks at Work: Discounts on fitness, nutrition, travel, and childcare.
• Community Online Academy: Free wellness and professional development courses.