Senior CDI Specialist: Documentation & Team Leadership

Renown Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Renown Health is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) specialist to assist the CDI team's daily operations and coordinate assignments. The clinician will review medical records, identify diagnoses and procedures, and help ensure accurate DRG assignments in compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role requires RN licensure, CCDS or CDIP certification, and at least 5 years of acute hospital nursing experience, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office; a related

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years acute hospital experience as a Registered Nurse.
• State of Nevada RN license or residency license required.
• Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) or Certified Documentation Improvement Professional (CDIP) required at hire.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word) and online learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in CDI team's daily operation and direct daily assignments.
• Review health records to identify diagnoses and procedures for encounters and determine DRG.
• Translate clinical phrases into coded forms and ensure accurate DRG assignments.
• Monitor regulatory changes and maintain CDI software access and use.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Renown Health is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) specialist to assist the CDI team's daily operations and coordinate assignments. The clinician will review medical records, identify diagnoses and procedures, and help ensure accurate DRG assignments in compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role requires RN licensure, CCDS or CDIP certification, and at least 5 years of acute hospital nursing experience, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office; a related