Bethel, Alaska
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The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.
Position Summary: The RAVEN Nurse Informatics (RNI) is an expert in human factors, patient safety, and the use of technology to optimize care delivery processes and effectively communicate patient care activity. The RNI specializes is responsible for effective process design, development, and implementation of the RAVEN and Clinical Decision Support. As well, this role supports pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other clinicians as the resource for requests related to PowerChart changes and additions. The RNI demonstrates independent decision making as appropriate in evaluation of requests for system improvements and determines feasibility and advisability of system changes. The RNI works closely with clinicians, departmental leadership, Quality, Patient Safety, Accreditation and Licensure Departments and Information Systems staff to clarify needs, prioritize requests, design workflow to fit with electronic systems, and execute change and facilitate adaptation to the RAVEN. The RNI may serve as the primary RAVEN instructor for new and existing nurses. The RNI will be required to work 2 shifts per month in outpatient clinic or a Sub-Regional Clinic. The RNI may be expected to complete other duties as assigned by the RAVEN Administrator.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education: Must have completed a program of education in nursing from an NLN approved institution.
Minimum Experience: Minimum of two years nursing experience preferred.
License, Certification, Registration: Must be licensed in good standing in the State of Alaska as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Current BLS. The successful candidate will be required to pass and maintain competencies for this position.
Equipment/Tools: Medical equipment as appropriate for position. Must have computer skills needed to access computerized medical records. Office equipment (i.e. computer, telephone, fax machine, copy machine).
Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
Proficient oral and written communication skills.
Able to practice nursing as described in the Alaska Status regarding the practice of Practical Nursing.
Cognitive and technical knowledge required with the ability to manage care across the continuum of care.
Possess the ability for independent actions within prescribed limits.
Able to utilize the nursing process in the provision of patient care.
Able to administer treatments, medications, provide education, and collaborate with other professions.
General Responsibilities: Will be expected to be on call one out of six to eight weeks as second tier support for troubleshooting problems to identify if the particular issue is one that can be handled by the IT department at YKHC, or one that would better be handled by Application Management Services (AMS).
Benefits Include:
Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
Eleven paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement plans
Employee Wellness Center
ID: 16353 Location: Bethel Department: RAVEN Clinical Applications Employment Duration: 80 Full time Temporary Status: Not Applicable Hours per Week: 40 Minimum Hourly Pay: 41.88 FLSA Status: Exempt
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.
Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.
For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.
To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)
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