The Data Specialist RN I is responsible for collecting, analyzing and reporting clinical data elements on eligible cases as required by the specified Collaborative Quality Initiative (CQI) or any other third party, where there is a contractual agreement. In conjunction with lead physician, administrative lead, manager, service line lead/director, and other clinical resources, utilizes collaborative outcome data to identify and implement quality improvement programs. Coordinates, collects, and submits data to external registries as defined by scope of collaborative. In collaboration with Manager, works with external third party auditors to ensure that standards are being met, performance improvement is occurring, and outcomes are being monitored on an ongoing basis. Queries and collates patient study information for Manager, Physicians, Quality Committees, Strategic Business Line Director/ Service Line Director or Lead for the preparation of reports and presentations.

(30%)* In conjunction with lead physician, administrative lead, manager, service line lead/director, and other clinical resources, utilizes collaborative outcome data to identify and implement quality improvement programs.

(30%)* Coordinates, collects, and submits data to external registries as defined by scope of collaborative.

(25%)* Collaborates with Manager to work with external third party auditors to ensure that standards are being met, performance improvement is occurring, and outcomes are being monitored on an ongoing basis.

(15%)* Queries and collates patient study information for Manager, Physicians, Quality Committees, Strategic Business Line Director/ Service Line Director or Lead for the preparation of reports and presentations

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Attends, coordinates and facilitates regularly scheduled quality improvement meetings to share relevant data.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS

Proficient computer skills for the facilitation of data collection, query, and management required.

Experience in providing education/reports. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear, concise, and understandable manner.

Critical thinking and analytic skills required. High degree of accuracy and deductive thinking skill required. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and disease processes and medical terminology preferred.

One year experience in data collection, query or in an allied health field preferred.

One year clinical nursing experience or experience in analyzing and interpreting processes, clinical outcomes and costs of care preferred.

Fundamental knowledge of performance improvement processes preferred.

Strong computer skills facilitating data collection and management with experience providing education/reports to groups of clinicians preferred.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0?33% of the workday) lift or carry 11?20 lbs., frequently (34?66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.