Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Documentation Specialist (M-F 8-5)

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Full-Time
Monday-Friday
8am-5pm
Not fully remote.

The Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS) provides concurrent review of the clinical content in the active patient medical record and queries the medical staff to obtain specific and complete documentation that supports the severity of patient illness and risk of mortality. The CDS conducts initial and extended stay reviews on all selected admissions and identifies opportunities for improvement, education, and increased

Registered professional nurse who assesses, implements or delegates, plans, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in accordance with established philosophy. Relates effectively with other shifts/departments for optimal continuity of care.

Qualifications:
-Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing
-Valid Texas RN License/Eligible Compact License
-Must maintain a current BLS certification from American Heart Association
-Minimum of 5 years of acute care experience.
CDI Certification required within 2 years of eligibility.
-BSN required or must be obtained within 3 years of hire

Skills and Abilities:
Critical thinking
Strong clinical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Knowledge of Medicare reimbursement procedures and rules
Fundamental knowledge of coding practices

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*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*