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Nursing Data Analytics Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Director of Nursing

Virginia, MN · On-site

$95 - $145/hr

Utilize technology and data analytics to support clinical decision-making and operational performance. Qualifications Required * Active and unrestricted Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) License.

Nurse Scientist

Rochester, MN · On-site

$105 - $155/hr

Mayo Clinic nurse scientists conduct clinically based research to improve the health and well-being ... data analytics, specimen processing, and structural testing and imaging. Mayo Clinic supports ...

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Lab Technician- II

Moundsview, MN · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing. Duration: 12 Months+ Contract POSITION DESCRIPTION This position will provide laboratory testing and data analysis ...

Portfolio Analyst

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$55 - $59/hr

The ideal candidate will be comfortable facilitating meetings with nursing leaders, analyzing data, managing communications, and coordinating product vetting processes. Key Responsibilities: * Lead ...

Mayo Clinic nurse scientists conduct clinically based research to improve the health and well-being ... data analytics, specimen processing, and structural testing and imaging. Mayo Clinic supports ...

Nurse Scientist

Rochester, MN · On-site

$117K - $367K/yr

Responsibilities Mayo Clinic nurse scientists conduct clinically based research to improve the ... data analytics, specimen processing, and structural testing and imaging. Mayo Clinic supports ...

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Nursing Data Analytics information

What is nursing data analytics?

Nursing Data Analytics is the process of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting healthcare data to improve patient outcomes, optimize nursing workflows, and support evidence-based decision-making in healthcare settings. Professionals in this field use data from electronic health records, patient surveys, and other sources to identify trends and improve care quality. Nursing data analysts help healthcare organizations enhance patient safety, reduce costs, and implement best practices by turning complex data into actionable insights.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nursing data analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nursing Data Analyst, you need a solid background in nursing practice, data analysis, and healthcare informatics, often supported by a nursing degree and experience in clinical settings. Proficiency with data analysis tools like SQL, Excel, Tableau, and healthcare databases, along with certifications such as Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA), is highly valued. Strong communication, critical thinking, and attention to detail set outstanding analysts apart by enabling them to translate complex data into actionable insights for clinical teams. These skills are crucial for improving patient outcomes, optimizing workflows, and supporting data-driven decision-making in healthcare environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in nursing data analytics, and how can they be addressed?

A common challenge in Nursing Data Analytics is ensuring data quality and consistency, as healthcare data can come from multiple sources and may lack standardization. Navigating privacy regulations and maintaining patient confidentiality is also essential. Collaborating effectively with clinical staff to interpret data and translate insights into actionable improvements can be complex but is crucial for success. Building strong communication skills and staying updated on healthcare data standards can help address these challenges.

What is the difference between Nursing Data Analytics vs Nursing Informatics?

AspectNursing Data AnalyticsNursing Informatics
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Nursing or related field; data analysis skillsBachelor's or higher in Nursing or Health Informatics; certification may be preferred
Work EnvironmentHealthcare settings, data analysis teams, research projectsHospitals, clinics, healthcare IT departments
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare organizations focusing on data-driven decision makingHealthcare providers, IT companies, government agencies
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding data analysis roles in nursingUnderstanding informatics roles in nursing

While both Nursing Data Analytics and Nursing Informatics involve working with healthcare data, Nursing Data Analytics primarily focuses on analyzing data to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Nursing Informatics encompasses a broader scope, integrating information technology with nursing practice to enhance patient care and healthcare delivery systems.

How to get into data analytics as a nurse?

Nurses interested in data analytics should develop skills in data management, statistics, and tools like Excel, SQL, or Python. Earning certifications such as Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) or completing relevant coursework can enhance qualifications for roles in healthcare data analysis.

What does a nursing data analyst do?

A nursing data analyst collects, analyzes, and interprets healthcare data related to nursing practices and patient outcomes. They use statistical tools and electronic health records to identify trends, improve care quality, and support decision-making in healthcare settings.

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Infographic showing various Nursing Data Analytics job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution.

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Company Description

Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare provides specialized health care for people who have short-term or long-term disabilities that began during childhood. We help children, adults and their families improve their health, achieve greater well-being, and enjoy life.

Make a difference-in your life and in the world-with a rewarding career at Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare.
Gillette has been a Twin Cities Top Workplace six years in a row and is a National Top Workplace. We offer competitive pay, a strong benefits package and flexible schedules. Plus we give employees something that sets us apart: a chance to take part in our mission. Come to work for Gillette, and you'll improve the lives of countless children and adults who have disabilities or complex medical conditions.
Each year, we see more patients and add more services. That growth enabled us to increase our workforce by more than 25 percent during the past five years. As we continue expanding, you'll have many chances to learn new skills and advance your career. You'll also collaborate with teams of caring professionals who are committed to making the world a better place.

Job Description

This position exists to administer family-centered nursing care to patients, advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention, and/or provide skilled assistance in navigation of the health care system as appropriate to the developmental, cultural, emotional,  and medical, surgical, or rehabilitative needs of the patient and their families.  Nurse's duties and title are determined by their work setting or patient population served.   The Level III RN oversees and directs patient care activities and unit personnel and provides leadership through multidisciplinary teamwork.
Nurses are accountable for keeping pace with expanding evidence and knowledge, by knowing how to access, assess, and apply the information and knowledge he/she needs in order to practice.
Nurses are accountable to integrate all contributions to patient care and serve as strategists and managers of the patient's journey - not only their responsibilities, but also the interdisciplinary hand-offs throughout the patient care process.
Nurses record patients' medical histories and symptoms, help perform diagnostic tests and analyze results, operate medical or information technology, administer treatment and mediations, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation. They may teach patients and their families how to manage their illnesses or injuries by educating on warning signs and symptoms of concern; addressing home care needs of diet, nutrition, mobility, and exercise as well as self-administration of medication; and discussing emergency care management as appropriate.

Gillette CARES

Commitment - Demonstrate a commitment to Gillette's Mission, Vision, and Principles of Care. Understand how your work is aligned to the company and department objectives and take ownership of success.
Accountability - Hold self and others accountable for actions, commitments, results and resource management. Maintains care of the work environment.
Respect - Foster a welcoming environment characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect of individual differences. Build professional relationships with patients, families, coworkers, and others. Follow Gillette's guidelines and Code of Conduct for resolving issues.
Excellence - Adopt practices to deliver superior clinical and non-clinical outcomes, enhance processes, and ensure excellence in daily work. Embrace change and demonstrate willingness to find and learn ways to accomplish the work.
Service - Demonstrate a passion to care for patients, families, coworkers, and others by anticipating and meeting needs.

Core Competency

Patient Care -- Utilizes leadership principles in mobilizing the patient care team to achieve positive patient outcomes. 
    Demonstrates thorough assessments.
    Creates individualized plans of care that are evidence-based.
    Successfully implements interventions.
    Prioritizes based on patient's immediate condition or anticipated needs.
    Evaluates based on desired outcomes.
    Communicates real time patient-related nursing data and information to enhance active and informed decision making by patients, families, nurse colleagues, and other healthcare providers.
    Monitors and holds staff and providers accountable for timely and accurate documentation of patient care.
    Demonstrates and assists interdisciplinary team with adjustment in interactions, the delivery of care, and/or clinical techniques.
    Uses systems thinking to influence care models around episodes of care using integration, problem solving, and coordination among interdisciplinary teams.
Family centered care - Supervises and leads nursing care and health education reflecting specific patient, family, cultural and community needs.
    Identifies the learning needs of the population served.  Identifies and adapts to the role of cultural, social, and behavioral factors in determining the delivery of patient care.
    Implements an effective teaching plan.
    Employs strategies to promote health in a safe environment.
    Seeks opportunity to evaluate effectiveness of health education as culturally and developmentally appropriate.
Autonomous Practice - Exercises independent judgment that influences care and demonstrates understanding of potential clinical implications.
    Supervises, delegates, and provides care based on the abilities and limitations of care personnel and patient acuity.
    Generates, shares, and accepts new ideas and incorporates into own daily work.
    Seeks information and generates optional solutions to perceived problems through interactive problem solving with individuals.
    Collects, analyzes, and interprets data and presents information in contextual formats that clarifies significance of the data relative to patient care.
    Assumes, as a clinical expert, a leadership role with influencing and monitoring the standards of patient care.
    Integrates high ethical standards and core values into everyday work activity.
    Utilizes leadership, team building, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to build partnerships.
Procedures and Policies -Identifies, interprets, and monitors the implementation of organizational policies and procedures according to regulations, professional and community standards.
    Protects the confidentiality of personal health information.
Active Engagement - Actively represents the department in committees, task forces, unit activities or other work groups and disseminates information and decisions to colleagues and peers.  This includes attending a minimum of 75% of department staff meetings.
    Leads, chairs, or co-chairs minimum of one engagement activity.
    Ensures accountability through the use of dashboards and promote transparency through reporting of near misses and medical errors.
    Lead or facilitate participation in department staff meetings.
    Demonstrates meaningful contributions to the productivity of the professional environment of the department and the Nursing Collaborative Governance model.
     Demonstrates an understanding of the dynamic forces contributing to cultural diversity and the impact of those forces on the professional healthcare environment.
    Collaborates with manager to ensure resource allocations, development, and implementation of strategies reflect the clinical and programmatic operation needs of the unit.
    Provides examples indicating that the Engaged Professional Practice model is fully enculturated in their professional practice.  Leads staff to use the model as their guide in decision making.

Qualifications

Required: 
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license through the MN Board of Nursing
Documentation of completion of a professional nursing program (RN program) 
The nurse must, at a minimum, have a current Nursing Specialty Certification (or obtain within 12 months of start date in position) and a Bachelor's degree in Nursing or other healthcare related field.
Demonstrated leadership experience
Current certification in CPR-BLS for Health Care Providers by the American Heart Association (exception: Telehealth RNs).  
Current PALS certification is required of RN's who work in the PICU, nurses who are cross-trained in the PICU, and Perianesthesia nurses providing direct patient care.
Must be interested in working with people with short term or long term disabilities that begin in childhood.
Excellent customer service skills
Physically able to work hours required and physically able to transport patients.

Strongly Preferred: 
   
A minimum of 3 years' nursing experience
Master degree in Nursing or other healthcare related field

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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.


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