Registered Nurse (RN), Clinical Informatics Analyst

Rutherford Regional Health System; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO and time‑off benefits

Tuition assistance and career growth

Employee wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Rutherford Regional Health System in Rutherfordton, NC seeks an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Clinical Informatics Analyst onsite. The role bridges clinical operations with information systems to implement and optimize Meditech EMR applications, provide training, and support workflows that improve patient care outcomes.

You will partner with clinicians, leadership, and IT teams to analyze workflows, develop reports, and enable data‑driven improvements while ensuring EMR

Qualifications

• 5+ years of clinical healthcare experience.
• Proven EMR experience (Meditech preferred).
• Strong knowledge of data analysis, data management, systems evaluation, and performance improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clinicians in workflow discussions, patient care strategy, and Health Support Center (HSC) standards to better support and adopt technology.
• Developing and/or providing education and support to clinical staff physicians and clinical staff on the EMR and related applications.
• Serving as the key liaison between clinical departments, providers, and Information Systems teams to ensure seamless integration and optimization of Meditech applications.
• Delivering EMR training and ongoing support to employed and locum providers, driving user adoption, efficiency, and best‑practice utilization.
• Collaborating with leadership, end users, and vendors to identify, document, troubleshoot, and resolve application and workflow issues.
• Analyzing clinical and operational workflows to recommend process improvements that enhance system performance, user satisfaction, and patient care outcomes.
• Participating in the implementation of certified EMR applications and interfaces. Under the direction of the HSC where applicable, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates clinician/physician functional testing before and after upgrades and improvements.
• Developing and maintaining reports and data solutions that provide actionable insights for departmental decision‑making and operational effectiveness.
• Participating in EMR testing, including enhancements, upgrades, and new functionality validation to ensure system readiness for production.
• Assisting in the development of rollout plans for new EMR features, including training plans, testing plans, and go‑live support.
• Providing responsive technical support and building strong cross‑functional relationships to promote continuous improvement and effective communication.

Skills

RN

EMR experience

Data analysis

Performance improvement

Healthcare operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a clinical field

RN license or eligibility

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN), Clinical Informatics Analyst

Rutherford Regional Health System - Rutherfordton, NC Full-Time | Days

Your experience mattersRutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. TheRegistered Nurse (RN), Clinical Informatics Analystjoining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.As the RN Clinical Informatics Analyst, you will serve as the essential bridge between clinical operations and information systems, ensuring the effective implementation, optimization, and support of Meditech applications across the organization. You will partner with providers, clinical leadership, and IT teams to improve workflows, deliver EMR training, resolve system issues, and leverage data‑driven insights to enhance operational efficiency and patient care outcomes. If you're passionate about supporting clinicians, improving EMR usability, and driving meaningful change in healthcare, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. This role is 100% onsite in Rutherfordton, NC.

More about our teamOur Information Technology & Systems team plays a vital role in supporting patient care and hospital operations by ensuring technology systems, infrastructure, and digital services run efficiently and securely. In this fast‑paced environment, team members collaborate across departments to support daily operations, lead technology initiatives, and drive continuous improvement. Success in this role requires strong communication, problem‑solving, and a commitment to delivering reliable, innovative technology solutions that positively impact both staff and patient experiences.

How you'll contribute

• Assisting clinicians in workflow discussions, patient care strategy, and Health Support Center (HSC) standards to better support and adopt technology.
• Developing and/or providing education and support to clinical staff physicians and clinical staff on the EMR and related applications.
• Serving as the key liaison between clinical departments, providers, and Information Systems teams to ensure seamless integration and optimization of Meditech applications.
• Delivering EMR training and ongoing support to employed and locum providers, driving user adoption, efficiency, and best‑practice utilization.
• Collaborating with leadership, end users, and vendors to identify, document, troubleshoot, and resolve application and workflow issues.
• Analyzing clinical and operational workflows to recommend process improvements that enhance system performance, user satisfaction, and patient care outcomes.
• Participating in the implementation of certified EMR applications and interfaces. Under the direction of the HSC where applicable, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates clinician/physician functional testing before and after upgrades and improvements.
• Developing and maintaining reports and data solutions that provide actionable insights for departmental decision‑making and operational effectiveness.
• Participating in EMR testing, including enhancements, upgrades, and new functionality validation to ensure system readiness for production.
• Assisting in the development of rollout plans for new EMR features, including training plans, testing plans, and go‑live support.
• Providing responsive technical support and building strong cross‑functional relationships to promote continuous improvement and effective communication.

Schedule: Full Time, Days

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free travel and entertainment discount program to ensure you enjoy your time away from work.

What we're looking for

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) or Bachelor's degree in a clinical field preferred.
• 5+ years of clinical healthcare experience, demonstrating a strong understanding of patient care workflows and operational processes.
• Proven EMR experience (Meditech preferred, but not required), including system functionality, workflow optimization, and end‑user support.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis, data management, systems evaluation, and performance improvement tools.
• In‑depth understanding of hospital information systems and the integration of clinical applications across healthcare environments.
• Exceptional organizational, project management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

More about Rutherford Regional Health System

Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility that has been offering exceptional care to Rutherford County for over 100 years. Offering a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care, Rutherford Regional is dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet their healthcare needs. We provide our services in a caring, professional environment through the teamwork of our medical staff and employees.

EEOC Statement

Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.