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Trinity Health

Neuro ICU RN Part Time

Des Moines, IA · On-site

Provides advanced care to ECMO patients, including circuit management, data documentation, and ... Program Medical Director. * Complete (72) hours of supervised ECLS case management experience

Trinity Health

Neuro ICU RN Part Time

Des Moines, IA · On-site

Provides advanced care to ECMO patients, including circuit management, data documentation, and ... Program Medical Director. * Complete (72) hours of supervised ECLS case management experience

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How much do part time medical data encoder jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time medical data encoder in New Virginia, IA is $35.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.93 and $36.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Medical Data Encoder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Medical Data Encoder, you need strong attention to detail, excellent typing skills, and a basic understanding of medical terminology, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant certification. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical coding software, and data entry tools is typically required. Accuracy, time management, and discretion are crucial soft skills for maintaining data integrity and patient confidentiality. These abilities ensure that medical records are consistently accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with regulatory standards.

How do part-time medical data encoders typically collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure data accuracy?

Part-time medical data encoders often work closely with healthcare providers, administrative staff, and billing departments to verify and clarify patient information. They may communicate via secure messaging systems or attend brief team meetings to resolve discrepancies and ensure that all medical records are coded correctly. Maintaining clear communication and attention to detail is essential, as accurate data entry directly impacts patient care, billing, and compliance. Many employers provide ongoing training and support to help encoders stay updated on coding standards and best practices.

What is the difference between Part Time Medical Data Encoder vs Part Time Medical Billing Specialist?

AspectPart Time Medical Data EncoderPart Time Medical Billing Specialist
CredentialsCertification in medical coding (e.g., CPC)Certification in medical billing or coding (e.g., CPC, CBCS)
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, medical offices, remoteHealthcare providers, billing companies, remote
Primary ResponsibilitiesTranscribing medical records into standardized codesProcessing insurance claims and patient billing

While both roles involve working with medical information, the Part Time Medical Data Encoder focuses on coding medical records, whereas the Part Time Medical Billing Specialist handles billing and insurance claims. Both require similar certifications and often work in healthcare settings, but their core tasks differ significantly.

What are part time medical data encoders?

Part time medical data encoders are professionals who input, organize, and manage medical information, such as patient records and billing details, into electronic health record (EHR) systems on a part-time basis. They ensure that medical data is accurate, up-to-date, and securely stored. These roles often require familiarity with medical terminology, attention to detail, and basic computer skills. Part time positions allow for flexible work hours, making them suitable for students, parents, or those seeking supplemental income.
What cities near New Virginia, IA are hiring for Part Time Medical Data Encoder jobs? Cities near New Virginia, IA with the most Part Time Medical Data Encoder job openings:
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Infographic showing various Part Time Medical Data Encoder job openings in New Virginia, IA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $73,385 per year, or $35.3 per hour.
Acute Care - RN Med Surg - Nights - Part Time

Acute Care - RN Med Surg - Nights - Part Time

Trinity Health

West Des Moines, IA • On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

Part-time

Posted 14 days ago

Trinity Health rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 353 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

604th of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
12 Hour Night Shift
Description:
Shift Schedule:
Part Time 24 hours per week
Night Shift 7PM-7AM
Apply today and ask about our Sign on Bonus of up to $20,000 and Relocation Bonus!
  • 0-1 years of experience: $10,000
  • 1-3 years of experience: $15,000
  • 3+ years of experience: $20,000

POSITION PURPOSE
Provides and directs safe, effective, and culturally competent care for patients with acute medical and surgical conditions. Through evidence-based practice, utilizes critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate outcome-based care. The Acute Care RN manages a diverse patient population with varying levels of acuity, including post-operative, medical, telemetry, and neurologic patients. Supervises and coordinates care provided by LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and other nursing team members. Facilitates communication with physicians, patients and families, and interdisciplinary team members. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and upholds the Mission, Vision, and Values of MercyOne.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Conducts an initial assessment to gather data.
  • Makes an initial assessment of new admissions within 30 minutes of the patient's arrival to the unit.
  • Completes all areas of the admission assessment database within 24 hours of admission.

2. Identifies patient problems and develops them into an outcome/goal-based plan of care.
  • Initiates the patient problem list and incorporates relevant medical history into the plan of care.
  • Analyzes and interprets the assessment data to identify desired patient outcomes/goals.
  • Determines nursing interventions to achieve those outcomes/goals.
  • Prioritizes patient care needs/ activities.
  • Identifies and makes appropriate referrals (i.e., Patient/Family Services, Nutritional Services, Spiritual Care, Diabetic Educator, etc.), and education needs.
  • Collaborates with other health care disciplines to plan interventions/ patient outcomes/goals.

3. Implements the outcome/goal- based plan of care.
  • Assigns and coordinates patient care incorporating patient acuity and the skills, knowledge and abilities of the team members.
  • Organizes and prioritizes care for the patients within the team.
  • Delegates tasks appropriately to other team members.
  • Implements the plan of care including procedures, treatments, physicians orders, nursing orders, education plan and medications.
  • Coordinates implementation of plan of care with the Case Manager, Social Worker and other health care disciplines.
  • Assists to decrease the patient's length of stay by helping the patient and family identify and secure appropriate services to satisfy health-related needs upon discharge.
  • Uses nursing judgment to determine the appropriate frequency and components of reassessment.
  • Reassesses at regular intervals to determine patient response(s) to interventions (minimum RN reassessment every 24 hours).
  • Focuses ongoing reassessment on actual and potential problems/needs of the patient including education and discharge needs.
  • Participates in develop discharge plan.
  • Documents discharge instructions for patient and/or significant other and/or other care provider.

4. Evaluates patient progress and revises the outcome/goal-based plan as needed.
  • Evaluates patient response(s) to interventions.
  • Review/modifies/revises the outcome-based plan of care based on ongoing reassessments.
  • Updates the problem list and outcomes/goals.

5. Communicates relevant clinical information to the team to optimize patient outcomes/goals.
  • Communicates relevant clinical information to physicians regarding the patient's condition.
  • Reports progress toward outcomes/goals and/or changes in condition to other health team members.
  • Maintains ongoing communication with interdisciplinary team members throughout the shift, at shift change, and transfer of care.
  • Communicates with other team leaders and members throughout the shift to reassess and prioritize the needs of the unit.
  • Documents completely, comprehensively and legibly and in accordance with policy.

6. Demonstrates clinical competence.
  • Utilizes Patient Care Policies and Procedure as references to guide nursing practice.
  • Assures medication safety by following the "5 Rights" of medication administration.
  • Prioritizes and implements intervention according to patient assessment.
  • Demonstrates competency in computer systems and applications required for role.
  • Receives, transcribes and processes and implements physician orders per policy including dating, timing and verifying accuracy.
  • Maintains communication with the manager/house supervisor and staffing office regarding admissions, unit needs, acuity numbers and significant events.
  • Completes assigned shift duties and assures resolution of discrepancies.

7. Manages telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable.
  • Demonstrates clinical competency and technical knowledge in cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring.
  • Recognizes and responds appropriately to cardiac arrhythmias and other changes in patient condition.
  • Must be capable of managing multiple patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring.
  • Provides appropriate interventions for patients experiencing cardiac events or changes in rhythm.
  • May be required to assist with data collection and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Must be willing to serve as a resource to other hospital services (nursing, pharmacy, laboratory, radiology, respiratory, etc.).
  • May be asked to participate in unit-based committees and provide education to nursing staff as requested.

8. Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age-related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.
9. Collects, analyzes, interprets and applies age-specific data.
  • Performs tasks/procedures, uses equipment in an age-appropriate manner.
  • Communicates and works with others in an age-appropriate manner.

10. Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.
  • Attends required safety programs.
  • Appropriately and consistently uses the personal protective equipment required of the job.
  • Knows and can demonstrate departmental emergency procedures for fire, disaster and other emergency situations.
  • Reports and removes unsafe equipment/furniture.
  • Asks for assistance when needed to assure safety for all involved.
  • Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits.

11. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health's Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
Mission Statement: We, MercyOne Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
Core Values:
  • Reverence: We honor the sacredness and dignity of every person.
  • Commitment to Those who are Poor: We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable.
  • Safety: We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
  • Justice: We foster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.
  • Stewardship: We honor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human, financial and natural resources entrusted to our care.
  • Integrity: We are faithful to those we say we are.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Associate degree in nursing required
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
  • Current Iowa RN license, (current Illinois (IL) license if working in IL) required.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
  • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required only if the unit has telemetry monitoring capabilities.
  • Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter - Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
  • High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability. Basic computer skills required.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Performs duties that may involve exposure to hazardous substances and is subject to normal risks associated with handling of narcotics. In patient care areas, may perform or demonstrate patient care tasks which may expose the clinical nurse to infectious or communicable disease, or possibility of injury from irrational or confused patients and visitors or from instruments or equipment.
2. Lift/Carry; Push/Pull 76-100% of the time, avg 50-100 lbs.
3. Stand; Walk/Move About 76-100% of the time
4. Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures.
The most significant duties have been included in this description. Other duties may be assigned as necessary. The facility reserves the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect the duties assigned.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Trinity Health Ann Arbor is a 537 -bed teaching hospital located on 340 acre campus. Recognized by IBM Watson as a Top 100 Hospital and #1 Teaching Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor has been a leading health care provider for more than 100 years. Trinity Health has received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.

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Headquarters location

Livonia, MI, US

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