IT Nursing Informaticist (per diem) - REI

Essential Job Functions

• Serves as the primary clinical technology resource for the assessment and mapping of current and future state workflows with gap identification / analysis, design, implementation, on-going development and maintenance of clinical information systems and processes. Coordinates closely with Billings Clinic Leadership, staff members, Information Technology staff, key stakeholders including affiliates, managed and non-managed sites, and software vendors for the planning, analysis, design, implementation, evaluation and support of clinical applications, technology and infrastructure.
• Manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-moving, high volume environment
• Participate in systems testing, validation, troubleshooting and problem resolution with guidance
• Performs in-depth analysis as part of a team
• Acts as a liaison and expert resource for Health IT efforts with the end-user community, clinicians and / or software vendor to identify problems and concerns regarding the overall performance and / or effectiveness of the technologies and workflows that impact clinical users. Researches, analyzes and provides recommendations for corrective action to resolve problems with the internal functionality of the system and / or integration of information between systems.
• Collaborates with the technical resources and / or software vendor with recommendations for system enhancements, detailed information regarding technical or functionality problems and assists with implementation of recommended fixes.
• Combines knowledge of patient care, informatics concepts and change management to effectively address the information and knowledge needs of patients. Promotes safe, effective and efficient use of Health IT. Monitors the environment, technology and infrastructure to support the prevention of medical errors and adverse events. Promotes the use of Health IT to improve patient safety by designing, developing, implementing and educating on decision support tools. Continuously collects, analyzes and reports data in collaboration with quality on patient safety issues and outcome to leadership / management. Develops innovative quality improvement activities related to informatics or information technology and / or the organization resulting in optimal information flow and / or processes, improved quality outcomes, and improved workflow.
• Incorporates Nursing Research and evidenced based nursing knowledge into Nursing Informatics practice. Ensures nursing practices and corresponding policies and procedures, related to Health IT, follow appropriate Practice Acts, and other applicable regulations and standards.
• Demonstrates clinical competency and nursing knowledge in specific informatics role. Ability to prioritize workload using critical thinking and clinical judgment with consideration for associated risk factors i.e. regulatory need, safety issue, new service line(s) etc. Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency environmental, employee or patient safety standards relevant to job performance.
• Performs additional duties as defined for specific IT Nursing Informaticist Role. See table below. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department / organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Experience

Certifications and Licenses

Employee Benefits

Billings Clinic Employees

Billings Clinic is a “best” place to work because if its people. The collegial atmosphere, teamwork, pride in care, and numerous opportunities to grow both personally and professionally help keep our amazing employees here caring for patients.  State of the art facilities and advanced technology gives the health care professionals the tools to provide advanced health care in a healing environment.

Employees have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of each other and our patients, making this a truly meaningful place to work. The organization also offers employees the opportunity to engage in numerous councils and educational opportunities leading to career growth and involvement in decision making and important initiatives. Beyond giving great care, employees’ ideas and insights are valued at every level of the organization.

At Billings Clinic, it is important to celebrate milestones and ensure that employees feel valued. Recognitions such as the DAISY or BEE Awards, Years of Service and the employee recognition program give everyone the opportunity to show encouragement toward team members who go the extra mile.

Billings Clinic offers excellent benefits and salaries, education assistance, paid time off, and learning plans for career growth. The combination of excellent benefits, strength of the organization and meaningful work make Billings Clinic one of the best places to spend a career in health care.

Billings, Montana is a friendly college community located near the magnificent Rocky Mountains with great exciting outdoor recreation just minutes from home.  Billings has great parks, trails, public lands, thriving restaurants, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and abundant events and family activities.

Explore some of the Billings Clinic employee benefits

Health

Short Term Disability / Medical Leave -Billings Clinic provides a short term disability medical plan which provides employees with days to use in the event of an extended illness or injury.

Financial

Tuition reimbursement and / or assistance programs are available for certain positions.

Growth & Community