RN CLINICAL ABSTRACTOR
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Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
University of Washington Medical Center has an outstanding opportunity for an RN Clinical Abstractor. This position is responsible for providing an analysis of aortic procedures clinical data for the purpose of reporting out on compliance with internal policies and procedures as well as external regulatory requirements. The RN Clinical Abstractor reviews clinical documentation, inputs data from the clinical documentation into the appropriate registry, makes judgments regarding the completeness of that documentation as it relates to UW Medical Center compliance with regulatory and registry requirements, and submits analysis via internal and external registries for reporting purposes.
WORK SCHEDULE
Position is full time, day shift, hybrid of in-office and remote work.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Review medical records for specific conditions, treatments and interventions for the purpose of abstracting clinical data for entry into a variety of internal and external clinical data registries.
Independently identify and document registry elements based on internal and external protocols.
Review various sources of data to assess the quality of care/practice/and or service. Ensure that appropriate faculty, staff and/or committees are kept informed of performance and lead or participate in improvement efforts as needed.
Encourage and promote the use, analysis, and display of data to identify opportunities to improve the quality of care, practice and service to all customers. Monitor trends and patterns using collected data, and determine in conjunction with individuals/teams if an opportunity for improvement exists.
Identify opportunities for improvement in the documentation of conditions, treatments and interventions to ensure that the medical record contains a complete record of all patient care provided
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent education and experience.
Experience with and skilled in chart abstraction and submitting to registries. Experience with cardiac registries preferred.
Three years nursing experience with cardiology patients in an acute care inpatient or outpatient setting.
Proficient in the use of excel and other database tools.
Active license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Washington required by start date.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
WORK SCHEDULE
Position is full time, day shift, hybrid of in-office and remote work.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIREMENTS
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.