RN Clinical Documentation Specialist

Ascension is seeking an RN Clinical Documentation Specialist to elevate the accuracy and quality of clinical documentation across our care settings. In this role, you will review inpatient medical records, collaborate with physicians and care teams, and ensure documentation supports appropriate severity of illness, risk of mortality, and DRG assignment. You’ll clarify diagnoses, apply current coding and documentation standards, and use clinical judgment to identify gaps. Partner with CDI, coding, and quality teams to support regulatory compliance, data integrity, and performance metrics while contributing to education, process improvement, and compassionate, patient-centered care.