ACC Registry Registered Nurse, Full Time Days

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Quality & Patient Safety

Job Family

Nursing

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Summary

Responsible for supporting the interrelationship with clinical software applications which allow conversion of metrics associated with the care of the patient at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Convert metrics into knowledge which leads to continuous improvement in quality and safety. Support of multiple patient specific Quality database. Position requires strong troubleshooting, analytical skills, strong organizational and communication skills in gathering information from doctors, pharmacists and nurses, defines problems and designs a system of procedures to resolve problems. Responsible for providing professional consultative oversight to the maintenance, upgrading, evaluation and implementation of the healthcare computer software systems and associated ancillary systems and for maintaining competency of the systems. Develop and maintain good communication with contacts is essential to accomplishing the objectives of this position. Perform chart abstraction and registry data entry for any of the following: ACC, PCI, ICD, ACTION, Adult Cardiac STS, and other assigned clinical studies. Ensure accuracy and timely completion of registry data. Perform follow-up with physicians/cardiologists when further clarification is needed to obtain accurate data abstraction.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

• Abstract specific data elements from the medical record for entry into the registry databases and/or Midas database

• Ensure accuracy, integrity and timely completion of required data entry

• Aggregate, review and analyze data while monitoring processes and identify opportunities for improvement based on this analysis

• Identify and communicate medical record discrepancies and data element deficiencies found during the chart abstraction process

• Keep abreast of changes in data definitions and proactively prepares for the implementation of new data measures

• Participate in the presentation of data transparency necessary to provide excellence in patient care

• Lead and evaluate the qualities and benefits of database utilization

• Lead in education related to data abstraction and conversation of this data to knowledge throughout nursing services

• Responsible for system assessment, process analysis, identification of system requirements, and functional definition of planned system changes for the cardiac division

• Develop and manage project plans for the deployment of new and/or changes to information system applications

• Administer system applications and serves as an educator and resource regarding system functionality

• Identifies opportunities for and contribute to the improvement of quality, safety and cost, as well as patient, customer and employee satisfaction

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required

• Master’s degree preferred

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in North Carolina or compact state licensure required

Work Experience:

• 5 years hospital-based RN experience required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language

• Ability to prioritize and process multiple tasks, responsibilities and work projects, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills

• Detail oriented and self-directed

• Effective communication both verbal and written with a wide variety of health care professionals including physicians

• Familiarity with patient medical records, documentation, and terminology

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move throughout the Health System

• Visual acuity for reviewing data, reports and observing process flows

• Audiological acuity for monitoring group discussions and interactions

• Verbal ability to effectively express ideas and views to staff

• There are no anticipated occupational exposures to blood borne pathogens or body fluids

• Must be able to lift 35 pounds

Required Licenses and Certifications

RN - Board Of Nursing

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity