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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

Public Health Clinical Informaticist

Gaston County Public Health Department, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$30.43/hr - $35.37/hr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of Gaston County Government, which is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. The Public Health Clinical Informaticist will support the administration of Electronic Health Records and ensure compliance with health standards, while also contributing to quality assurance and public health initiatives.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Serve as a part of the EHR administration team by supporting the Quality Assurance & Standards Manager in the following activities: staff trainings, processing EHR Change Requests and User Change Requests, maintaining security of EHR by assigning role-based permissions and reviewing Security Audit Trail Report; serving as an expert resource for staff and liaison between Informatics Technology (IT) and staff as indicated

Completes security risk assessment (SRA) activities related to the EHR to identify HIPAA security risks and vulnerabilities, making recommendations for improvement as opportunities are identified. Attends HIPAA Committee meetings in the absence of the QA & Standards Manager and assists with HIPAA investigations as indicated

In collaboration with the QA and Standards Manager: (1) creates and runs clinical data reports via specialized reporting tools and standardized reports within the EHR; (2) assigns clinical record and state grant program audit (e.g. GHOP, FP, STI) activities to designated staff; (3) receives and assimilates data for reporting and distributes findings to Director of Nursing, Clinical Supervisors, Assistant Health Director of Operations and HIPAA Coordinator as indicated; (4) utilizes audit tools that align with NC Public Health Law, NC Administrative Codes, Center for Disease Control and Prevention Guidelines, Division of Public Health Agreement Addendums, Immunization branch, and Medicaid guidelines. (5) Utilizes other Public Health data systems to collect data related to efficiency and satisfaction (ie, Alchemer)

Serves as the Quality Improvement Council representative in the absence of the QA and Standards Manager. Works with the Quality Assurance & Standards Manager and Supervisors to ensure EHR competency at onboarding and during continuing competency activities; monitors and reports patient satisfaction survey data collected via the EHR LEAP module

Utilize knowledge of the nursing process to assist with clinical documentation tools. Maintains and utilizes a knowledge base of program requirements as outlined in the state agreement addenda, assists in identifying and recommending improvements to clinical flow and documentation practices. Maintains competence in client interviewing/communication/customer service skills, obtaining and assessing vital signs for adults, and injection skills (IM & subcutaneous). Participates in yearly trainings to enhance and grow responsibilities associated with the PH Nurse Informatics role. Performs other related work as assigned

As needed, assist in preparedness and emergency response activities in situations that threaten the public’s health (e.g., disease outbreaks, natural disasters, COVID-19), by delivering necessary services, being available for shelter staffing, providing medications or vaccinations to the community, etc., as required

Carry out roles and responsibilities, including identifying and communicating performance improvement opportunities and adjusting performance and practice to achieve established PM goals

Implement strategies aimed at achieving Health Equity, including but not limited to: attending trainings to understand inequities better, identifying and addressing barriers to health, serving on the Health Equity Team or its subcommittees, and engaging in internal or external efforts to eliminate health disparities

Qualification

Electronic Health Record (EHR)HIPAA complianceNursing experienceInformation Technology ApplicationData reportingQuality AssuranceCustomer service skillsHealth Equity strategiesCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing

BSN: 1 year of nursing experience that included electronic health record documentation

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited school of nursing

ADN: 2 years of nursing experience with electronic health record documentation OR 1 year of nursing experience and 1 year of Information Technology Application experience

Current Compact RN license that includes North Carolina

Valid CPR Certification

Valid vehicle operator's license

This position will be required to complete the Credential Public Health Nurse course within the first 12 months of employment

A COPY OF YOUR RN LICENSE AND CPR CERTIFICATION MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION. FAILURE TO ATTACH THESE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MAY RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION BEING REJECTED

Preferred

Experience in Informatics or Information Technology preferred

Expert understanding of the impact of Electronic Medical Records in clinical settings for efficiency, quality, and safety outcomes, and the ability to articulate and educate staff around the importance of technology in clinical care areas