Entry Level Healthcare Informatics Jobs in Oregon

Pay Range: $40.50 - $64.39

JOB SUMMARY

Under the day-to-day direction of the Clinical Informatics Coordinator and the strategic direction of the Chief Information Officer, the Clinical Informatics Specialist (RN) serves as a liaison between clinical practice and information technology, ensuring that electronic health record (EHR) systems and related applications support safe, efficient, and effective patient care. This role leverages nursing expertise and informatics knowledge to optimize workflows, enhance system usability, and promote evidence-based practice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collaborate with clinical teams to assess workflow needs and translate them into system requirements.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align change strategies with organizational goals, monitor adoption metrics, and provide ongoing support to minimize disruption and maximize value from implemented changes

Provide support for Epic EMR and other clinical applications, including troubleshooting, configuration, and optimization.

Develop and deliver training programs for clinical staff and Super User groups on EHR functionality and best practices

Analyze data and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Act as a resource for clinical informatics initiatives, including quality improvement and interoperability projects.

Create and maintain documentation for workflows, policies, and system changes.

Performs other duties as assigned or requested to support the overall needs of the department, and in accordance with Curry Health Network’s Mission, Vision and Shared Values.

SHARED VALUES

Service:           We serve with compassion and understanding.

Teamwork:     We are one team – each one of us makes a difference.

Curiosity:        We promote learning.

Integrity:         We live by honesty, trust, and doing the right thing by our organizational values.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Current Unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse Licensure is required.
• Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing preferred.
• 3 years of experience in clinical nursing required.
• 1-2 years of experience in clinical informatics or healthcare IT preferred.
• Hands on experience with Epic EMR. Epic certification in modules such as ClinDoc, Orders or Ancillary Systems preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of clinical workflows and patient care processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with capacity to work with cross-functional teams to map processes effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Active Listening and Interviewing is essential for gathering information from subject matter experts (SMEs) to accurately capture existing processes and requirements.
• Understanding standard symbols and techniques for visually representing workflows (e.g., swim lane diagrams).
• Familiarity with frameworks like Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile can help in identifying waste and optimizing processes
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.
• Familiarity with interoperability standards (HL7, FHIR) preferred.
• Experience with reporting tools.
• Experience with tools such as Microsoft Office 365 and Visio
• Competent in HIPAA privacy and security rules.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

None of the time: Taste or Smell

Up to 1/3 of the time: Stand; Reach with hands and arms

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Walk and Reach with Hands & Arms

Up 2/3 of the time and more: Sit; Talk or hear; Use hands to finger, handle or feel

This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:

None of the time: up to or more than 100 pounds

Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 10 pounds

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement

Up to 2/3 of the time and more: no requirement

This job has special vision requirements as follows:

Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

 Work Environment

 This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:

None of the time: Extreme heat/cold; Wet/humid; fumes/airborne particles; work with explosives; vibration; outdoor weather; Working near moving mechanical parts; Toxic or caustic chemicals; Risk of electrical shock

Up to 1/3 of the time: no requirement

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement

The typical noise level for the work environment is: very quiet to moderate noise.

Hearing requirements: ability to hear alarms on equipment, patient call and instructions.

This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:

From 1 – 2 hours per day: foot control

From 3 – 4 hours per day: grasping: firm/heavy; fine dexterity

From 5 – 6 hours per day: grasping: simple/light

From 7+ hours per day: hands; grasping: simple, light