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How much do entry level rn clinical data abstractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level rn clinical data abstractor in Detroit, MI is $47.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.24 and $56.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level RN Clinical Data Abstractor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level RN Clinical Data Abstractor, you need a valid RN license, a solid understanding of clinical terminology, and basic experience with patient care documentation. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, data abstraction tools, and knowledge of coding standards such as ICD-10 or CPT is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective written communication are crucial soft skills that set high performers apart. These competencies ensure the accurate extraction and interpretation of clinical data, which supports quality improvement and regulatory compliance in healthcare settings.

What is the difference between Entry Level Rn Clinical Data Abstractor vs Medical Records Technician?

AspectEntry Level Rn Clinical Data AbstractorMedical Records Technician
Required CredentialsRN license, clinical experience, data abstraction skillsHigh school diploma or GED, certification preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesMedical records departments, healthcare facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesReview and abstract clinical data from patient recordsOrganize, code, and maintain medical records
Industry UsageHealthcare, clinical researchHealthcare, health information management

While both roles involve handling medical information, the Entry Level Rn Clinical Data Abstractor requires an RN license and clinical background to interpret medical data, whereas the Medical Records Technician focuses on organizing and coding medical records without clinical licensure. The abstractor role is more specialized in clinical data review, often supporting research or quality improvement projects.

What does an Entry Level RN Clinical Data Abstractor do?

An Entry Level RN Clinical Data Abstractor is a registered nurse who collects and analyzes clinical data from patient records to ensure accurate and complete documentation for quality improvement, research, or regulatory compliance. They review medical charts, extract relevant information based on specific guidelines, and enter this data into databases or registries. This role helps healthcare organizations monitor outcomes, comply with reporting requirements, and improve patient care processes.

What are some typical challenges faced by entry-level RN Clinical Data Abstractors, and how can they be addressed?

Entry-level RN Clinical Data Abstractors often face challenges such as adapting to complex electronic health record (EHR) systems, ensuring accuracy while abstracting large volumes of clinical data, and staying updated with changing clinical guidelines and abstraction protocols. To address these, new abstractors benefit from thorough onboarding, mentorship from experienced team members, and ongoing training in both clinical standards and data management software. Strong attention to detail and effective communication with clinical staff are essential for success in this role.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, OR - Operating Room

Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, OR - Operating Room

Detroit Medical Center

Detroit, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

818th of 1,002 rated hospitals

Job description

Detroit Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Coordinator, OR - Operating Room for a nursing job in Detroit, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: OR - Operating Room
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Staff

**Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience**

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is DMC’s largest hospital, offering a comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services. Sinai-Grace’s joint replacement program features a revolutionary minimally invasive knee and hip replacement surgery that attracts patients from all over the country. Sinai-Grace operates more than 21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers throughout Wayne and Oakland Counties and is one of 10 hospitals in the nation to be awarded a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to help set the standards of cardiac care for hospitals and physicians throughout the nation.

Job Summary

In addition to the staff nurse role, assumes shift responsibilities for the care delivery team. Assists in coordinating the provision of care through assigning and scheduling staff, as well as prioritizing, delegating and evaluating patient care. Assists in evaluating patient care provided by nursing staff. Assists in Process Improvement activities. Works with the interdisciplinary team to problem-solve system and unit-based issues. Provides input into nursing staff performance appraisals. Assists with Staff Educational requirements as needed. Participates in activities pertinent to the unit and hospital Demonstrates own commitment to personal and professional goals. The Clinical Coordinator will supplement staffing under direction of Administrative Director and/or Clinical Manager. The Clinical Care Coordinator takes an abbreviated patient care assignment in order to assure the leadership responsibilities are fulfilled.

1. Functions as lead and resource person for nursing personnel. Acts as a clinical resource person and assists clinical manager in planning and facilitating staff meetings and staff development.

2. Collaborates with manager in prospective monitoring of the schedule to assure adequate nurse-patient ratio on a given shift. Reviews monthly schedule, communicating with staffing office regarding staffing changes.

3. Facilitates shared decision making among staff. Facilitates unit throughput on given shift to improve LOS (Length of Stay).

4. Coordinates/provides in-service programs to assist staff to maintain or enhance their competence in fulfilling job responsibilities based on identified needs of patient care personnel.

5. May assist manager with interview, selection, retention, mentoring, and evaluation of staff.

6. Participates in development of policies, procedures and standards for the department.

7. Assists with department Process Improvement and Peer Review.


Qualifications:

1. Associates Degree/Diploma required. BSN preferred.

2. Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by the state of Michigan.

3. One to two years of progressively more responsible experience with evidence of increasing leadership abilities.

4. Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, delegate to others and facilitate processes.

5. Minimum Level 6 of the Promoting Excellence Performance Criteria, if an internal candidate, preferred.

6. BLS required, ACLS preferred.

Job: Nursing Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital Job Type: Full Time Shift Type: Day

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Detroit Medical Center Job ID #4369-. Posted job title: Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator (RN) - Operating Room

About Detroit Medical Center


The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is the leading academically–integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit, and one of the largest health care providers in Southeast Michigan. During our 150+ years of caring for the community, we have been recognized nationally with top awards in many aspects of hospital operations and patient care. The DMC is able to achieve these awards because of our exceptional employees.

The Detroit Medical Center is one the largest academic medical centers in the United States, with a long and rich history of medical education, for more than 100 years. We train more physicians than any other hospital in Detroit.

Our evidence-based approach inspires confidence and spurs innovation. It ensures that we are making treatment decisions based on our experience, on the best available research and our understanding of each patient as an individual.


Our commitment to our patients

Our commitment to patient care and improving patient outcomes is part of everything we do. It’s our mission. It’s our promise to every patient and every family who entrusts their care to us.

To meet the needs of our community, we operate 8 hospitals and more than 140 clinics and outpatient facilities across southeast Michigan, including a nationally recognized dedicated pediatric hospital (Children’s Hospital of Michigan) as well as a nationally recognized rehabilitation hospital (Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan). We offer an inclusive, diverse and supportive environment. Knowing that we are better together, our teams are highly collaborative and integrated to deliver the high quality and compassionate care our patients expect and deserve. Staff members have a voice in forming our culture; one that is often referred to as “my forever family” and “colleagues who have my back”. 

The DMC has a proud legacy of caring for the people and the families that call Metro Detroit home; they’re our neighbors, our friends, and our community. That’s why the DMC serves everyone in the community who needs us; no one gets turned away who comes to us for care. From local food drives to our long-standing commitment to educate and empower our community towards better health, you can count on the DMC. There’s a spirit of caring and togetherness that you will experience when you join the DMC family. We are a community build on care.

At the DMC, we are committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this web site, please contact the DMC facility where the position is available, for further assistance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual disability.


Employee Benefits

At the DMC, health and well-being are important to us, so we provide a range of benefits and options to help meet the needs of all eligible employees. In addition to a range of healthcare plans, including higher and lower deductible options, we offer dental, vision and an employee assistance plan. Basic life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance are provided for free to eligible plan members. Employees can also choose to participate in one of several supplemental life insurance and/or disability plans, a legal services plan and an identity protection plan. For those employees who are looking for support to care for family members, we also offer child and elder care programs.

To help employees prepare for retirement, we offer a 401K savings plan, and an employee discount plan that includes discounts for a wide variety of products, including auto and home insurance and mobile plans.

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  • Vision benefits
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Life insurance
  • Discount program

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