Description
St. Luke’s Hospital is a value-driven award-winning health system that has been nationally recognized for its unmatched service and quality of patient care. Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence, and respect for each other and those we serve. Committed to values of human dignity, compassion, justice, excellence, and stewardship St. Luke’s Hospital for over a decade has been recognized for “Outstanding Patient Experience” by HealthGrades.
Position Summary
Responsible for improving the overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation. Facilitates accurate clinical documentation through extensive interaction with physicians, nursing staff, other patient caregivers, and medical records coding staff to ensure that appropriate reimbursement is received, and all quality indicators are addressed. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of clinical information used for measuring and reporting physician and medical center outcomes. Educates all members of the patient care team on an ongoing basis. Responsible for promoting teamwork with all members of the healthcare team. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with St. Luke’s mission and values.
Education
- Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred.
Experience
- 7years recent clinical experience in a hospital setting, including 4 years CDI experience. Utilization review or coding experience preferred.
Licensure
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri. Clinical Documentation Specialist Certification through ACDIS or AHIMA.