RN Specialist, Clinical Documentation

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RN Specialist performing clinical documentation reviews and educating providers on documentation accuracy and compliance at Denver Health. Collaborating across departments to ensure accurate patient records.

Responsibilities:

  • Under general supervision performs concurrent and retrospective reviews as requested by the Clinical Documentation Integrity Manager or Director.
  • Responsible for selected assignments based on internal or external department requests.
  • Responsible for educating providers regarding documentation specificity, accuracy, compliance and are permitted to query physicians as deemed necessary.
  • Collaborates with Coding, Health Information Management (HIM), Patient Safety and Quality, Enterprise Compliance Services and other departments to promote the common goal of obtaining accurate documentation in the patient's record.
  • Must participate in continuous education on ICD-10, clinical medicine, Center of Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and other billing carriers, as well as coding guidelines and policies.

Requirements:

  • Associate's Degree Required
  • 4-6 years of experience as a nurse in a hospital environment Required
  • 3 of the six years with the appropriate level of experience in one or a combination of the following medical documentation related function: clinical coding, case management, DRG coordination, physician education, Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement. Required
  • RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
  • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the pathophysiology of the disease process.
  • Must be able to demonstrate clinical expertise in areas of urgent/emergent, medical/surgical, obstetrical, pediatric, and ambulatory care.
  • Must be able to communicate and interact tactfully with physicians and other professionals by expressing ideas clearly and concisely and addressing audiences effectively.
  • Ability to read and interpret professional journals, financial reports, and legal documents as necessary.
  • Ability to define problems collects and summarizes data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
  • Possesses knowledge of clinical documentation and coding concepts, DRG assignments, Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) and CMS rules and regulations.
  • Must also be able to demonstrate knowledge including but not limited to, value-based purchasing, bundled payments, accountable care organizations and readmission reduction program.
  • Microsoft Office Excel and SharePoint Variety of documentation and coding programs.

Benefits:

  • Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
  • 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
  • Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
  • Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
  • Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
  • Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
  • Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
  • Tuition reimbursement & assistance
  • Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
  • Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
  • National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer