Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist-rn

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Review death medical records
Improve clinical documentation quality
Ensure accurate patient severity
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (RN) in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role requires expertise in improving clinical documentation quality and accuracy, with a focus on ensuring proper coding for reimbursement and capturing the severity of patient illness

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity.
  • This position 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.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (RN) in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role requires expertise in improving clinical documentation quality and accuracy, with a focus on ensuring proper coding for reimbursement and capturing the severity of patient illness.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • review death medical records
  • improve clinical documentation quality
  • ensure accurate patient severity
  • educate healthcare providers

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative health care organization
  • teamwork and diversity champion
  • focus on improving patient care

Key Requirements

  • Registered Nurse (RN) with current license
  • 4 years inpatient clinical experience
  • experience in Quality, Case Management, Clinical Audit, or Data Abstraction
  • Coding professional with CCS certification
  • 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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