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SalaryEmployment Type:
Full Time
Shift:
May Vary
Position Purpose:
Under limited supervision, coordinates clinical informatics functions, directs, collaborates, supports and optimizes the usage of clinical information management and management systems to enhance patient safety. Prepares, validates and disseminates routine and special informatics information and reports. Provides services to individuals, nurses, physicians, departments, and clinics that utilize the electronic health record. Ensures the quality of nursing practice in the Emergency Department. Is responsible for general staff oversight and services for the Emergency Department, in collaboration with the Manager of Clinical Services.
What you will Do:
- Demonstrates proficiency in effective communication with patients, general public, hospital personnel, and fellow employees, in person and via telephone.
- Collaborates with managers and staff to identify information management and clinical information system needs.
- Collaborates with physicians and clinical staff to develop and maintain local order sets. Provides training, education, issue resolution and serves as a change agent to physicians to enhance utilization of CPOE.
- Provides education as a consultant and/or instructor to nurses and physicians on clinical information management and clinical information management system use at Baum Harmon Mercy. Evaluates and recommends information processes and systems to support the clinical information management needs.
- Serves as primary liaison for clinical department/services related to information management and clinical information management system(s). Provides project management/implementation support for clinical information systems within Mercy Medical Center.
- Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients. Complies with Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for the quality of patient care services delivered within the Emergency Department. Serves as a resource and consultant for staff members. Is responsible for investigation of, and securing bids on, capital equipment for areas of responsibility, with consent for purchase by administrative approval.
- Is responsible for Quality Improvement programs and activities for areas of responsibility. Is responsible for the development, evaluation, revision (at least annually), and implementation of policies and procedures, which serve as operational guidelines for the Pharmacy & Emergency Department.
- Assesses area of responsibility for supplies, system of re-stocking/PAR levels, workflow, and equipment maintenance. Assists in the annual budget preparation for areas of responsibility.
- Assists with the orientation of new staff, ongoing staff training and competencies, and skills validation activities. Monitors Emergency Department log for accuracy and completeness.
- Serves as the Trauma Nurse Coordinator, being responsible for the Iowa Trauma Plan implementation and revision, with the assistance of the Director of Nursing.
- Stays current with EMTALA regulations and provides hospital staff instructions, as needed. Addresses EMTALA variances.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Iowa. BSN or relevant bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Requires a minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing practice with prior experience and knowledge of ER and nursing informatics preferred.
- Must have ability to manage a team and facilitate groups in a collegial manner in a shared leadership/collaborative environment with a high degree of initiative, judgment and organizational skills to manage multiple projects under tight time frames.
- Must have strong working knowledge of contemporary trends in hospital management and Quality Improvement/Process Improvement methods.
- Requires good interpersonal and communication skills including public speaking, presentation and writing skills.
Position Highlights and Benefits
- The tri-state region, referred to as Western Iowa or Siouxland, is highlighted by safe and friendly communities, excellent schools and a mix of peaceful rural areas and vibrant city atmosphere where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet at the Missouri River.
- Situated in the heart of downtown Sioux City, MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is also well positioned for urban living in any of the newly renovated apartments, downtown lofts, or townhome living options. The downtown also features a historic district with excellent restaurants and social spots, and you'll just be steps away from the beautifully renovated Warrior Hotel for dinner and the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre for entertainment.
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
- Wellness programs
- Education reimbursement
- Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
- Paid time off
- Long- and short-term leave
- Retirement planning
- Life insurance coverage
- $15,000 Bonus
- Relocation and/or Housing Stipend available
Ministry/Facility Information
MercyOne Western Iowa serves the needs of individuals in a 33-county area including western Iowa, eastern Nebraska and southeastern South Dakota. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center, a 238-bed regional facility, is home to the only Level II trauma center in the area – one of only four trauma care facilities in the state to receive verification from the American College of Surgeons – and MercyOne Air Med, a regional helicopter ambulance service. Along with owned and managed hospitals in Primghar and Hawarden, Iowa, and a partnership with Dunes Surgical Hospital in South Dakota, the region also operates a primary care network, specialty care clinics and home health care, providing an entire continuum of preventative, primary, acute and tertiary health care services to provide personalized, compassionate care for the communities we serve and beyond.
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
