CDI Quality Auditor, RN

CDI Quality Auditor, RN

We are seeking a CDI Quality Auditor, RN to evaluate clinical documentation integrity work for our client. This position is a full-time, direct hire opportunity based in the Norfolk, VA area on a hybrid schedule. The role conducts retrospective record audits of CDI query quality, physician response rates, and documentation accuracy, and produces client-facing audit findings and education recommendations.

This role is well aligned for an experienced CDI specialist who has outgrown the front-line role and is ready to apply that expertise as a quality evaluator. The ideal candidate brings enough CDI experience to recognize a weak query on sight and the written communication skill to explain each finding in a way the receiving team can use.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct retrospective record audits to evaluate CDI query quality, physician response rates, and documentation accuracy
• Review coded claims against clinical documentation to identify MS-DRG discrepancies and coding variances
• Audit physician query compliance against AHIMA and ACDIS query practice standards
• Identify patterns in documentation deficiencies and produce client-facing audit findings reports
• Score CDI specialist query quality using a standardized audit rubric
• Provide written feedback and education recommendations based on audit results
• Track trending metrics across concurrent audit cycles and present findings to CDI leadership
• Support external audit defense by compiling supporting documentation and clinical rationale
• Participate in client onboarding audits to establish performance benchmarks

Qualifications:

• Active RN license in good standing required; CCDS or CDIP certification strongly preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of inpatient CDI experience in an acute care setting
• Working knowledge of MS-DRG grouping, CC and MCC hierarchy, and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding logic
• Familiarity with AHIMA and ACDIS query practice guidelines
• Experience conducting CDI audits, coding reviews, or compliance assessments preferred
• Strong written communication skills for producing clear, evidence-based audit findings
• Ability to work independently in a deadline driven environment

Schedule:

• Full-time position
• Hybrid schedule based in the Norfolk, VA area, with a combination of onsite and remote days
• Monday through Friday, standard business hours (Eastern Time)
• 40 hours per week
• Periodic deliverable deadlines tied to client audit cycles

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is approximately $78,000 $102,000 annually ($37.50 $49.04 per hour), based on experience and qualifications.

Interview Process: Selected candidates will participate in a multi-step interview process, including an initial screening with TalentLNX followed by interviews with department leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer: TalentLNX is committed to equal employment opportunity and a diverse, inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.