RN Clinical Informaticist - onsite Grinnell - Part Time

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a Clinical Informaticist to enhance the electronic medical record (EMR) experience for both hospital and ambulatory departments. This role is pivotal in addressing IT needs, optimizing clinical workflows, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care. Join a team that values diversity and fosters a culture of belonging, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package tailored to your needs.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K matching

Employee recognition program

Dental and health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Short- and long-term disability

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited RN nursing program required.
• At least two years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Master specific EPIC applications and educate others.
• Collaborate with IT and clinical staff for EMR optimization.
• Develop training procedures and monitor progress.

Skills

EPIC applications mastery

Communication skills

Clinical workflow optimization

Training and education

Project management

Education

Accredited RN nursing program

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EHR reporting tools

Training materials development

Job description

Overview

The Clinical Informaticist at UPH Grinnell focuses on addressing the electronic medical record (EMR) end-user IT needs for UnityPoint Health Des Moines’ hospital-based and ambulatory departments. This role supports EMR and other clinical and nonclinical systems related to adoption, implementation, support, optimization, change management, communication, issue resolution, business continuity, and downtime recovery. The Clinical Informaticist collaborates directly with all levels within UPH DM to support strategic initiatives and enhance patient experience, working in partnership with UPH IT resources.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for several years, reflecting our commitment to our team members.

Our comprehensive Total Rewards program offers benefits tailored to your needs, regardless of your life stage. Highlights include:

• Paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching, and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short- and long-term disability, pet insurance, and more.

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance.

We foster a culture of belonging where everyone is valued and respected, embracing diversity and unity. We also prioritize your support and development to provide an exceptional employment experience.

Join us to find a fulfilling career and make a difference at UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

1. Master specific EPIC applications and UPH-DM workflows. Educate others within the organization following standardized curricula.
2. Identify issues and opportunities within the EMR, seek approval for enhancements, and assist in prioritizing and implementing system changes.
3. Collaborate with UPH IT, physicians, and clinical staff to optimize EMR implementations based on clinical workflows.
4. Communicate effectively with leadership and end users to ensure smooth implementation of new functionalities, applications, and major releases.
5. Understand and address the impact of the EMR on other clinical applications and operations.
6. Develop departmental operational and management backup procedures for business continuity and downtime recovery.
7. Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining training procedures and materials for assigned applications.
8. Coordinate training schedules and resources across UPH-DM.
9. Provide training for clinical staff following UPH standardized curriculum.
10. Monitor training progress and report critical issues as they arise.
11. Utilize reporting tools to oversee and assess EHR competency levels among staff, physicians, and advanced practitioners, recommending actions to improve performance and efficiency.
12. Conduct audits and generate reports to ensure documentation standards are met.
13. Facilitate the development of reporting tools for patient care monitoring.
14. Participate in quality control reviews of databases to ensure data consistency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of an accredited RN nursing program required; a Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Experience: Clinical background with at least two years of experience in a hospital, physician practice, or educational training role required. Healthcare-related IT experience with project management responsibilities is preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Iowa RN nursing license required. Must achieve EPIC Credentialed Trainer status within four to six months of hire for assigned EPIC modules.