Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist-rn

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
Not specified (assumed on-site due to the nature of the position).
Review death medical records
Ensure severity of illness captured
Educate providers of care
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (RN) to enhance the quality of clinical documentation and ensure accurate representation of patient care for reimbursement. The ideal candidate should be an experienced registered nurse or coding professional with extensive knowledge in clinical documentation and coding practices

Job Summary

  • The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist is responsible for improving overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation to ensure that the information in the medical record accurately reflects the patient's severity of illness, clinical needs, and utilization of resources.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.
  • The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (RN) to enhance the quality of clinical documentation and ensure accurate representation of patient care for reimbursement. The ideal candidate should be an experienced registered nurse or coding professional with extensive knowledge in clinical documentation and coding practices.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • review death medical records
  • ensure severity of illness captured
  • educate providers of care
  • analyze health record documentation
  • identify significant diagnoses

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative health care organization
  • improving patient care

Key Requirements

  • Registered Nurse (RN) with current license
  • 4 years inpatient clinical experience
  • CCS certification and 6 years inpatient coding experience
  • documented education in anatomy/physiology and pharmacology
  • Current CCDS

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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