Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist-rn

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Not specified
Review death medical records
Ensure severity of illness captured
Interact with physicians and caregivers
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (RN) to enhance the quality and completeness of clinical documentation in medical records. The role requires a registered nurse with significant inpatient clinical experience or a coding professional with CCS certification and extensive coding experience

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.
  • This position works with the providers of care to capture the clinical care in a code format for reimbursement and to ensure UAMS has the correct case mix.
  • 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.

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (RN) to enhance the quality and completeness of clinical documentation in medical records. The role requires a registered nurse with significant inpatient clinical experience or a coding professional with CCS certification and extensive coding experience.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • review death medical records
  • ensure severity of illness captured
  • interact with physicians and caregivers
  • facilitate clarification of documentation

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative health care organization
  • champion teamwork and diversity
  • 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
  • CCDS certification

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