Epic Healthcare Informaticist - Clinical (Rn)

Epic Healthcare Informaticist - Clinical

Position Summary:

The Epic Healthcare Informaticist is responsible for workflow analysis and design for the Epic and third-party applications supporting Kootenai Health, our affiliates, and downstream customers. The Healthcare Informaticist works in close collaboration with the clinicians including physicians, departmental leadership, Quality, Patient Safety, Information Systems, Accreditation and Licensure departments to strategically select a design, implement and guide the use of technology to ensure optimal care delivery processes and effectively communicate patient care activity. The Epic Healthcare Informaticist collaborates with the Analysts, Trainers and other IT team members on the analysis, design, implementation, optimization, and support of the use of Epic modules and third-party applications. They will participate in new module or new application implementation and upgrades and will act as a liaison between departmental staff and Information Systems staff for all facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Performs in-depth analysis of current and future workflows, data collection, report details and other technical issues associated with the Epic EHR and designated third-party applications

• Collaborates with analyst to collect requirements regarding potential system enhancements or new system implementation and prepares details of specifications needed; prioritizes and implements requested changes to the system

• Specializes in patient care processes and clinician workflow

• Leads or participates in improvement projects and on assigned committees to provide content expertise on the literature related to the use of EMR and other technology to meet patient safety goals, support clinician workflow and achieve care improvements

• Collaborates with analyst on standardization and process improvement opportunities while making build decisions

• Assist analyst with data validation to ensure data is accurate and meets business requirements

• Participates in designs and execution of small-scale application testing as requested by analyst

• Participates in integrated area domain and affinity groups in support of operational governance

• Assist analyst with troubleshooting, identifying root cause, and documenting problems of simple to medium complexity for assigned applications and systems as needed

• Develops workflow documentation for a variety information systems and disciplines

• Assists trainers as needed to develop communication related to education efforts for deployments, upgrades, optimizations, and other system changes as assigned

• Analyzes workflows and has understanding policies, procedures, and constraints in core clinical or business area(s) of responsibility

• Partners, in collaboration with the analyst, with quality, operational, and business leaders on system design and optimization to meet quality, safety, financial and efficiency needs

• Other duties, including analyst build in certified or proficient applications, as assigned

• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's degree in related field preferred (BSN, information systems, etc.)

• State of Idaho Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the "multi-state privilege to practice" compact with Idaho required

• 2 years' experience in a hospital and/or clinic setting preferred

• Informatics Certification preferred

• Epic certification or accredited in one or more Epic modules as assigned required

• Certification to be initiated as directed and completed within 3 months upon completion of Epic training; employee must remain current in certification or proficiency

• Other required system application certifications to complete assigned work as assigned

• Participates in after hours on-call, on-call rotation and service recovery efforts as required

• Advanced understanding of the standard tools, workflow processes, and/or procedures and concepts used in the development and deployment of application software necessary to run the healthcare systems business, clinical or financial systems

• Comprehensive understanding of clinical or business principles to evaluate information system and healthcare regulatory needs

• Knowledge of Healthcare information systems

• Experience working with online project document repositories (i.e., SharePoint)

• Ability to work independently and simultaneously on multiple priorities

• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KMC BLS within 60 days of hire

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift and move up to 10 lbs

• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height

• Must be able to maintain a sitting position

• Typical equipment used in an office job

• Repetitive movements

Shift: Day Shift

Hybrid ~85% on-site

Pay Scale: $113,390 - $133,400

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence.

RN experience with Women & Children encouraged to apply.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

• A tuition assistance program available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it

• Kootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution 457 retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earnings

• Competitive salaries with night, weekend and PRN shift differentials

• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars and coaching

• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more

• Robust and interactive employee bonus program, utilize our mobile ERIN app to alert employees to new positions, make referrals and track your bonuses

• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! Please reach out to Recruiter or Front Desk with any questions.