Job Summary

Assists with the integration of nursing science, computer science and information science to communicate data, information and knowledge in nursing practice. Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, as a clinical systems expert. Assists with the implementation of staff training addressing the use of clinical systems. Participates with clinical systems improvement activities and staff education.

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

• Able to integrate data, information and knowledge to support patients, nurses and other clinicians in decision making throughout the healthcare organization.
• Possesses knowledge of the use of information structures, information processes and information technology.
• Employs informatics theories, concepts, methods and tools to analyze information and information system requirements.
• Designs, selects, implements and evaluates information systems, data structures and decision-support mechanisms that support patients and nurses.
• Through nursing informatics, facilitates the creation of new nursing knowledge.
• Provides a leadership role implementing and supporting healthcare clinical systems.
• Updates documentation requirements based on changes to regulatory or accreditation standards.
• Possesses knowledge of new trends in clinical practice and information systems and is able to apply this knowledge to all clinical staff.
• Responsible for the coordination between Nursing and Information Services of all aspects of the clinical information systems to assure that existing and future clinical information systems facilitate clinical practice and safe delivery of patient care.
• Responsible for development, scheduling, delivery and evaluation of clinical systems educational programs and services.
• Assists with database management for the Nursing Education Department and e-learning environments.
• Assists with patient care processes and clinician workflow, and leads initiatives to promote effective process design, development and implementation of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other technologies.
• Participates in development, monitoring and evaluation of technology and decision support (barcode point of care, rules, order sets, etc.) for continuous improvement.
• Involves clinical staff in the evaluation of new technology design and function.
• Is a resource person for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other clinicians, as related to technology changes.
• Coordinates with clinical staff, departmental leadership, Quality, Patient Safety, Accreditation Departments and Information Systems staff to clarify needs, prioritize requests, recommend technology design, workflow and execute change and adaptation to the EMR and other technology.
• Works with clinical staff to optimize MR documentation and the use of the EMR as a communication tool.
• Is knowledgeable of current information technology security and confidentiality, accrediting organization standards, federal and state rules and regulations.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, Nurse Executive and administrative team.
• Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function well under stressful situations.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Able to be self-directed. Displays strong initiative. Is able to establish personal goals and take responsibility for meeting them within defined timelines.
• Works successfully in a team environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements:

• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Wears identification while on duty.
• Completes annual education requirements.
• Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards related to the hospital.
• Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time.
• Attends annual review and performs departmental in-services.
• Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, departments and staff.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Attends meetings, as appropriate.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department.

Regulatory Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• College courses related to information technology are preferred.
• Current knowledge of medical terminology required.
• One (1) year prior experience in nursing informatics required.

Language Skills:

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.
• Strong written and verbal skills.

Skills:

• High level computer skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, analytical writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Physical Demands:

• For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.