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Senior Clinical Nurse Informaticist (SCNI)
Overview:
Under the oversight of the Associate Chief Medical Informatics Officer, the Senior Clinical Nurse Informaticist (SCNI) is responsible for the evaluation of ambulatory clinical workflows and development of associated electronic health record functionality and clinical content with the goal of delivering evidence-based solutions to Methodist Medical Group's (MMG) ambulatory departments. The SCNI is responsible for ongoing EHR content development, support and maintenance, and developing programs that hold ambulatory clinical staff accountable for EHR workflows. The SCNI is responsible for supporting programs that effectively lead the organization through enterprise-wide EHR change management.
The SCNI acts as a liaison between ambulatory clinical staff and the operations teams, Epic Applications teams, Clinical Data Management team, Epic Training team, and IT teams. The SCNI must be effective in managing multidisciplinary project teams in the planning, development, and implementation of EHR features and projects. The SCNI will collaborate with Medical group operations teams, informatics project teams, and IT project teams to offer support on prioritizing projects, setting expectations for implementation timelines, and ensuring end-user satisfaction and compliance with system defined workflows.
Responsibilities
Identifies, evaluates, and proposes new ambulatory informatics opportunities and uses data across the organization to meet clinical requirements Develops working relationships with clinical staff to promote development, adoption, and improvement of clinical process to most effectively use the EHR system. Works with clinical areas and applications teams to define project objectives, manage project timelines and priorities, assists with problem identification and resolution, and coordinates problem resolution training activities and communications Supports process reengineering efforts and promotes related training to clinical staff Supports the development of standard workflows, forms, data and reporting tools, and decision support rules that encourage evidence based best practice and standardized approach to clinical care among providers Collaborates with departments of informatics, data management, and IT on the development of reporting systems that allow data to be analyzed and benchmarked for effective outcomes, streamlined clinical processes, and improved quality of care. Utilizes data to drive process, workflow, and behavior changes Works collaboratively with clinical staff to support changes that will meaningfully improve patient safety and interdisciplinary communication in the ambulatory clinic Supports efforts to improve functionality of the EHR for communication between physicians, clinical staff, and other office personnel Supports the introduction, validation, and implementation of clinical information systems with key stakeholders, and identifies support systems and pathways that will integrate these systems into the continuum of clinical episodes Collaborates closely with clinical and Epic training teams to initiate and/or assist with training of new functionality and provide training and system support during all Epic upgrades Keeps current and knowledgeable on the latest developments, advancements, and trends in clinical informatics and integrates that knowledge into current work practices Maintains knowledge and implements practical applications of rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact ambulatory clinical staff. Collaborates with nursing education, operations, health informatics, and IT to ensure that current clinical workflows are aligned with MHS, MMG policies and guidelines.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in nursing, nursing informatics or healthcare business (MBA or MHA) with certification in healthcare/nursing informatics preferred RN License required, One or more of the following certifications preferred: project management, HIMSS, Lean Six Sigma Three or more years of ambulatory clinical experience, three or more years of Epic EHR experience Certification in an Epic application is preferred but not required
Related Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills:
Methodist Medical Group is the North Texas physician organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. Our fast-growing network of providers includes more than 60 healthcare clinics, an urgent care clinic, and a virtual care service known as MethodistNOW. Our employees enjoy not only competitive salaries but also the outstanding benefits package of Methodist Health System, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a matched retirement plan; an employee wellness program; and more. The opportunities for career growth are equally generous. Our affiliation means being part of an award-winning workplace:
Days Of Week :
Work Shift :
Job Description :
Senior Clinical Nurse Informaticist (SCNI)
Overview:
Under the oversight of the Associate Chief Medical Informatics Officer, the Senior Clinical Nurse Informaticist (SCNI) is responsible for the evaluation of ambulatory clinical workflows and development of associated electronic health record functionality and clinical content with the goal of delivering evidence-based solutions to Methodist Medical Group's (MMG) ambulatory departments. The SCNI is responsible for ongoing EHR content development, support and maintenance, and developing programs that hold ambulatory clinical staff accountable for EHR workflows. The SCNI is responsible for supporting programs that effectively lead the organization through enterprise-wide EHR change management.
The SCNI acts as a liaison between ambulatory clinical staff and the operations teams, Epic Applications teams, Clinical Data Management team, Epic Training team, and IT teams. The SCNI must be effective in managing multidisciplinary project teams in the planning, development, and implementation of EHR features and projects. The SCNI will collaborate with Medical group operations teams, informatics project teams, and IT project teams to offer support on prioritizing projects, setting expectations for implementation timelines, and ensuring end-user satisfaction and compliance with system defined workflows.
Responsibilities
Identifies, evaluates, and proposes new ambulatory informatics opportunities and uses data across the organization to meet clinical requirements Develops working relationships with clinical staff to promote development, adoption, and improvement of clinical process to most effectively use the EHR system. Works with clinical areas and applications teams to define project objectives, manage project timelines and priorities, assists with problem identification and resolution, and coordinates problem resolution training activities and communications Supports process reengineering efforts and promotes related training to clinical staff Supports the development of standard workflows, forms, data and reporting tools, and decision support rules that encourage evidence based best practice and standardized approach to clinical care among providers Collaborates with departments of informatics, data management, and IT on the development of reporting systems that allow data to be analyzed and benchmarked for effective outcomes, streamlined clinical processes, and improved quality of care. Utilizes data to drive process, workflow, and behavior changes Works collaboratively with clinical staff to support changes that will meaningfully improve patient safety and interdisciplinary communication in the ambulatory clinic Supports efforts to improve functionality of the EHR for communication between physicians, clinical staff, and other office personnel Supports the introduction, validation, and implementation of clinical information systems with key stakeholders, and identifies support systems and pathways that will integrate these systems into the continuum of clinical episodes Collaborates closely with clinical and Epic training teams to initiate and/or assist with training of new functionality and provide training and system support during all Epic upgrades Keeps current and knowledgeable on the latest developments, advancements, and trends in clinical informatics and integrates that knowledge into current work practices Maintains knowledge and implements practical applications of rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact ambulatory clinical staff. Collaborates with nursing education, operations, health informatics, and IT to ensure that current clinical workflows are aligned with MHS, MMG policies and guidelines.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in nursing, nursing informatics or healthcare business (MBA or MHA) with certification in healthcare/nursing informatics preferred RN License required, One or more of the following certifications preferred: project management, HIMSS, Lean Six Sigma Three or more years of ambulatory clinical experience, three or more years of Epic EHR experience Certification in an Epic application is preferred but not required
Related Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills:
- A high level of analytical ability is required
- Availability to travel occasionally, including to other clinic sites to conduct/attend meetings
- Maintain professional approach in all situations
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and business information
- Very strong interpersonal skills to communicate with clinicians and other stakeholders
- Long hours may be required for resolution of system issues impacting patient care; weekend availability may be expected for system upgrades, maintenance, or technical issues
- Demonstrates experienced knowledge of change management principles and team work
Methodist Medical Group is the North Texas physician organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. Our fast-growing network of providers includes more than 60 healthcare clinics, an urgent care clinic, and a virtual care service known as MethodistNOW. Our employees enjoy not only competitive salaries but also the outstanding benefits package of Methodist Health System, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a matched retirement plan; an employee wellness program; and more. The opportunities for career growth are equally generous. Our affiliation means being part of an award-winning workplace:
- 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2023
- Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
- Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
