Raven Nurse Informatics I

Position Summary: The RAVEN Nurse Informatics (RNI) is an expert in human factors, patient safety, and the use of technology to optimize care delivery processes and effectively communicate patient care activity.  The RNI specializes is responsible for effective process design, development, and implementation of the RAVEN and Clinical Decision Support. As well, this role supports pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other clinicians as the resource for requests related to PowerChart changes and additions. The RNI demonstrates independent decision making as appropriate in evaluation of requests for system improvements and determines feasibility and advisability of system changes. The RNI works closely with clinicians, departmental leadership, Quality, Patient Safety, Accreditation and Licensure Departments and Information Systems staff to clarify needs, prioritize requests, design workflow to fit with electronic systems, and execute change and facilitate adaptation to the RAVEN.  The RNI may serve as the primary RAVEN instructor for new and existing nurses. The RNI will be required to work 2 shifts per month in outpatient clinic or a Sub-Regional Clinic. The RNI may be expected to complete other duties as assigned by the RAVEN Administrator.

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education: Must have completed a program of education in nursing from an NLN approved institution.

Minimum Experience: Minimum of two years nursing experience preferred.

License, Certification, Registration: Must be licensed in good standing in the State of Alaska as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Current BLS.  The successful candidate will be required to pass and maintain competencies for this position.

Equipment/Tools: Medical equipment as appropriate for position. Must have computer skills needed to access computerized medical records. Office equipment (i.e. computer, telephone, fax machine, copy machine).

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

Proficient oral and written communication skills.

Able to practice nursing as described in the Alaska Status regarding the practice of Practical Nursing.

Cognitive and technical knowledge required with the ability to manage care across the continuum of care.

Possess the ability for independent actions within prescribed limits.

Able to utilize the nursing process in the provision of patient care.

Able to administer treatments, medications, provide education, and collaborate with other professions.

General Responsibilities: Will be expected to be on call one out of six to eight weeks as second tier support for troubleshooting problems to identify if the particular issue is one that can be handled by the IT department at YKHC, or one that would better be handled by Application Management Services (AMS).

Benefits Include:

Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks

Eleven paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center