Information Systems Clinical Informatics Specialist-Full Time Job at Jennie Stuart Health, Hopkinsville, KY

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  • Jennie Stuart Health
  • Hopkinsville, KY

Job Description

Job Description

The Informatics Nurse functions as the clinical expert, educator, consultant, leader, and researcher for nursing information systems. Responsible for the planning, development, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and training of information system projects to improve nursing and other clinical processes. Will function as
an internal consultant and resource to all nursing, Providers and clinical personnel and will provide direction and education for all clinical and Provider information initiatives in accordance with the strategic objectives of the organization. Will continually monitor and evaluate opportunities for technical innovations and enhancements for the facility, ensuring that the application and systems utilized are consistent with professional standards of best clinical nursing practice.

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Inclement Weather: Non-Essential
Physical Demands: Regularly (R), Periodically (P), Essential (E) or Non-Essential (NE)
Vision (Corrected/Normal): (R)
Colored Vision: (R)
Hearing (Corrected/Normal): (R)
Sense of Touch: (R)
Finger Dexerity: (R)
Clear Oral Communication: (R)
Pushing: (P)
Lifting: (P)
Lifting (Floor to Waist): (P)
Lifting-12" to waist: (P) Lifting-

Waist to Shoulders: (P) Lifting-
Shoulder to Overhead: (P)
Reaching Overhead: (P), (NE)
Reaching Forward: (R)
Carrying: (R)
Standing: (R)
Sitting: (R)
Squatting: (P)

Stooping: (P)

Kneeling: (P)

Walking: (R)

Stairs (Ascending/Descending): (R)

Turning (Head/Neck): (R)

Repetitive Leg/Arm Movement: (R)

Use of Foot or Hand Controls: (R)

Stressful High Pressure: (R)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Demonstrates knowledge of redesigning clinical processes to improve efficiency and patient care, while providing day-to-day administration of clinical information systems.
Provides quality first line support and guidance to employees who use clinical applications.
Initially troubleshoots all nursing & Provider complaints and works towards a timely resolution to all problems using all available resources.
Coordinates on-going support and direction in the proper use of the clinical application for new employees.
Provides necessary on-going training, support, and direction for hospital employees & Providers so they can productively use the clinical information system.
Provides training to hospital super users to assist in the orientation of new employees and in the training of employees during enhancements/upgrades within the clinical applications.
Responsible for drafting and updating written recommendations for changes in policies and procedures for applicable clinical applications.
Organizes,plans, and recommends resources to most efficiently implement solutions and takes a pro-active role in relation to project progression.

Communicates pertinent information to all employees who use the clinical applications in order for them to have the knowledge, direction, and tools to maximize their effectiveness in working towards a common end- goal.
Develops and maintains good working relationships and interacts positively and productively with teams across organizational lines.
Demonstrates well developed problem solving, analytical, customer service, and oral and written communication skills.
Be aware of audience and adjust accordingly.
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization.

Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.
Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience.
Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice.
Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities.
Maintains compliance with organization's policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards.
Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information.

Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.
Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and TJC standards and/or standards from other accrediting bodies.
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Required Skills

  • Bachelor's of Nursing from an accredited educational institution
  • Knowledge of all phases of the project development cycle
  • Knowledge of systems analysis and design techniques
  • Knowledge of documentation needs and techniques
  • Knowledge of clinical application systems
  • Knowledge of structured systems methodologies
  • Ability to design, conduct, and evaluate systems testing
  • Ability to research and evaluate the suitability of automation software and hardware products
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Ability to lead, coordinate the activities of, and provide technical support to project teams
  • Ability to plan, oversee, and evaluate the work of technical subordinates

Required Experience

OB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. Master's Degree preferred.
Minimum Work Experience
Minimum of five years frontline nurse (multiple and diverse clinical experience), and Leadership experience preferred. Minimum 5 years' experience working with Physician Providers in a Hospital setting.
Required Licenses
Registered Nurse
Currently Licensed by the State of Kentucky as a registered nurse. Jennie Stuart Health

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Local area,

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