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How much do informatics nurse jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for informatics nurse in Arizona is $91,706.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,200.00 and $114,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an informatics nurse?

An informatics nurse is a medical professional who uses computers and patient data to optimize outcomes and workflow in a medical environment. These specialized nursing professionals work with computer provider order entry (CPOE) and electronic medical records (EMRs) to collect data, interpret results, and identify relationships. EMRs include test results, notes from nurses, and information on medications given to patients. As an informatics nurse, you also help develop evidence-based policies and procedures for organizations, and may serve as an educator, researcher, and even software engineer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an informatics nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Informatics Nurse, you need a solid background in nursing practice combined with expertise in health informatics, generally supported by a nursing degree and often a certification like the ANCC Informatics Nursing Certification. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, clinical decision support tools, and data analytics platforms is crucial. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help bridge the gap between clinical staff and IT professionals. These skills ensure the successful integration of technology into healthcare settings, improving patient care quality and workflow efficiency.

How does an informatics nurse typically collaborate with IT and clinical staff to implement new healthcare technologies?

Informatics Nurses play a crucial liaison role by bridging the gap between clinical teams and IT specialists. They communicate clinical needs and workflows to IT professionals, help translate technical jargon, and ensure that new healthcare technologies are user-friendly and improve patient care. Collaboration often involves participating in interdisciplinary project meetings, conducting workflow analyses, and providing training to clinical staff on new systems or updates. This teamwork helps ensure successful technology adoption and ongoing optimization within the healthcare setting.

What is the difference between Informatics Nurse vs Registered Nurse?

AspectInformatics NurseRegistered Nurse
CredentialsRN license, possibly certification in informatics (e.g., ANCC)RN license, nursing degree (ADN or BSN)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare IT departmentsHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities
Job FocusIntegrating healthcare data, improving clinical workflows, health IT systemsDirect patient care, administering medications, patient education

The main difference between an Informatics Nurse and a Registered Nurse is their focus. While both roles require an RN license, Informatics Nurses specialize in healthcare data management and technology integration, working closely with IT teams. Registered Nurses primarily provide direct patient care. The roles often overlap in healthcare settings, but their core responsibilities and skill sets differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Informatics Nurse job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Full Time, and 75% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $91,706 per year, or $44.1 per hour.

Clinical Informaticist

CommonSpirit Health

Phoenix, AZ • Remote

$45.26 - $74.67/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

CommonSpirit Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 537 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

456th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities

The Clinical Informaticist is a remote position and requires up to 50% travel. The Clinical Informaticist promotes understanding, integration, and application of information technology in the healthcare setting. The CI applies education and experience to effectively address complex challenges in diverse healthcare delivery environments. The CI acts as a liaison between clinical care and information technology, supporting employees  throughout the care continuum in the full life cycle of clinical technology projects. The CI role promotes system standardization and optimization. The position supports clinical value transformation and evidence based practice strategies with the outcome of improving patient safety and care quality through the integration of system workflows, technology enhancements, and clinical dashboards. The CI provides informatics expertise in curriculum design and delivery, EHR training and competency validation to associates.

  • Communicates technology changes, upgrades, and downtimes to clinical customers. Conducts workflow analysis to improve efficient, reliable use of the clinical information systems. Scheduled facility rounding as directed Participate in implementation and go-live activities Develops and maintains established standards of work and system design.
  • Actively and efficiently engages with key leaders, teams and subject matter experts to collaborate on and influence the design and development of projects, curriculum and workflows, and the integration of technology into patient care processes.
  • Engaged in projects focused on adding enhanced functionality and/or creating end user efficiency that generates a positive return on investment for the organization Promotes highest attainable quality in the full life cycle of Clinical Information Systems.
  • Participates in educational programs, current evidence, projects, meetings and workshops.

  • Contributes to all assigned projects from initial kick-off through conclusion of implementation. 

  • Provides routine and appropriate communication at project status, accomplishments, upcoming activities, and risks.

Job Requirements

Required 

  • Bachelors in Computer Science, MIS, Nursing, Informatics, HIT, Health Administration, or related field
  • Minimum 2 years clinical experience, upon hire and
  • Active clinical license in Nursing, Occupational or Physical Therapy

Preferred

  • EPIC Certification 
  • Informatics Nurse (RN BC Info) 
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) 
Where You'll Work

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Qualifications:

Required 

  • Bachelors in Computer Science, MIS, Nursing, Informatics, HIT, Health Administration, or related field
  • Minimum 2 years clinical experience, upon hire and
  • Active clinical license in Nursing, Occupational or Physical Therapy

Preferred

  • EPIC Certification 
  • Informatics Nurse (RN BC Info) 
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) 
Employment Type: Full Time

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