Nurse Informaticist III

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Organization

SHSO-Sutter Health System Office-Valley

Position Overview

Influences the design, implementation, and maintenance of Sutter Health's clinical information systems and associated applications.

Integrates nursing science, computer technology, and information management to configure and communicate data, information, knowledge, and insights used to facilitate and support informed decisions.

Incorporates components of clinical practice, affiliate workflows and regulatory requirements to ensure a cohesive clinical information system that reflects the total patient care experience.

Provides functional and technical leadership, as well as daily operational support of information systems and patient care technology of the Nursing Department.

Partners with other clinical departments, medical staff committees, Information Systems (IS) organizations, Nursing Leadership, and selected technology companies to evolve and optimize Sutter Health's clinical information systems and associated applications while enhancing the quality and continuity of patient care.

Note: Occasional evening, night and weekend coverage may be required in the event of system failure, project requirements, or other hospital related needs.

Job Description

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Certification & Licensure

RN-Registered Nurse of California

Typical Experience

5 years of recent relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge

Expert competency in applying evidence-based knowledge, theory, practices, principles, and processes of professional nursing.

Extensive knowledge of healthcare operations and departments, including a broad understanding of physician and clinical staff workflows, patient care, quality assessment and improvement, and with the proven ability to guide the planning and adoption of applications integral to the clinical environment.

Robust knowledge of local, state, federal, and accrediting body regulations and standards related to healthcare, including a solid understanding of the Joint Commission standards and documentation requirements.

Demonstrated skills in leadership, conflict identification and resolution, group problem solving and group process to build consensus and institute effective changes.

Exceptional analytical and project management skills, including the ability to analyze problems and reach practical conclusions that streamline processes, improve productivity, or increase the quality of care.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain clinical information and program data clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.

Advance proficiency working with computers, including Microsoft office Suite, navigating electronic health records (EHRs) in EPIC or other clinical information systems, performing data analysis, and generating value-add reports.

Work independently, as well as be part of a team, while demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Prioritize and delegate assignments under varied and urgent conditions while working within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Develop and prepare both routine and ad hoc reports to support departmental functions, plans and decision making.

Identify and solve complex problems based on the analysis of multiple sources of information while providing new perspectives on existing solutions.

Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (phi).

Build collaborative relationships with other healthcare providers (staff, nurses, physicians, etc.), information services (is), legal, quality management, and selected technology companies to coordinate efforts and provide efficient and cost-effective clinical information systems.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule: Full Time

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

As Needed

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status: Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

• Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
• Pay Range is $180,252.80 to $252,345.60 / annual salary

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location.

Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.