Nurse Informatics Specialist

Job Summary:

• The Nurse Informatics Specialist plays a vital role in the implementation and maintenance of designated projects and systems, enhancing the organizational function of Nursing Services and promoting efficiency in nursing practices and safe resident care.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement nursing information management systems along resident journeys in our nursing home settings.
2. Assist/lead the development of clinical workflows and SOPs with best practices in mind. Serve as a trainer and mentor as the team grows.
3. Lead all clinical staff across the nursing home system in the specialty area of nursing informatics.
4. Attend IT and/or workgroup meetings as designated and report assigned project status as appropriate.
5. Complete status reports to effectively communicate status of each project to the nursing management team, project managers, and nursing staff when needed.
6. Lead in reporting hardware, software, and password-related issues to the IT team following the established escalation process and update the end-users of the status.
7. Develop and revise informatics policies and procedures based on system design, workflow, and input from end-users.
8. Serve as a clinical informatics leader, collaborate with ECTC for initial and ongoing training and competency validation for all clinical information systems as directed.
9. Serve as a resource for daily operational issues of the nursing home's clinical system applications.
10. Document current processes to establish a baseline for developmental improvements of future workflows. Analyze, recommend, and assist with implementing new and improved processes and workflows.
11. Perform post-implementation monitoring to assess system usage and user acceptance. Provide feedback and assistance in any system enhancement requests.
12. Lead in the development and maintenance of integration test scripts and participate in all testing events or coordinate clinical resources to participate in testing events.
13. Provide clinical expertise related to advanced technology for Nursing Services, including assessment, evaluation, and education related to the implementation of new technology and procedures.
14. Responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring the analysis, design, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of assigned clinical informatics applications and projects.
15. Lead the process of exploring emerging roles, technologies, and models of nursing informatics practices and translate initiatives into products, strategy, and patient care direction.
16. Act as a nursing administrative liaison to facilitate coordination of nursing-related services.
17. Assume any additional responsibilities as assigned by the reporting officer.
18. Provide orientation, coaching, and training related to nursing informatics for all existing and newly recruited staff.
19. Provide timely submissions of appropriate reports to the respective departments.

Requirements:

• At least a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing with a valid RN license.
• Preferably have a degree in Nursing Information Technology or Health Sciences.
• Minimum of 5 years of direct acute care/clinical experience.
• Strong interest and experience in Healthcare Information Technology, including selection and implementation of healthcare information systems.
• Skilled in IT project management support – process selection, implementation, user support, and maintaining project documentation.
• Knowledgeable in nursing informatics, clinical workflow optimization, and performance improvement to support nursing practice.
• Demonstrated ability in resource utilization, budget planning, and managing multiple projects with effective prioritization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Hospital Information Systems (HIS), and participation in nursing-related research activities.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to influence and secure buy-in across all levels.
• Collaborative team player with strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and resourceful in achieving goals.

Benefits:

• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement.

Other Opportunities:

• Work-life balance and flexible scheduling.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.