Inf Prev Data Syst Coordinator

Summary

Summary

The Infection Prevention Data System Coordinator (IPDSC) coordinates the process of providing accurate and timely data to the appropriate entities involved in the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and the reimbursement programs requiring this mandatory data reporting. The IPDSC oversees all aspects of data collection through EPIC, NHSN and other systems, ensures the presence of supporting documentation and provides staff education to ensure compliance with NHSN guidelines. The IDPSC role is responsible for monitoring patient charts for correct coding, report validation in Epic, electronically transmitting data in a timely manner and communicating with a multidisciplinary team to create and carry out mandatory and Healthcare system analytics and reporting. This position is responsible for monitoring compliance with changing NHSN, State and Federal law and for clinical data collection, entry, transmission and analysis to ensure compliance with the requirements of NHSN, bundled payment and value based purchasing (among others). Although the focus of this position is on advanced data analytics, additional responsibilities may include staff education, presentations, research studies and participation with appropriate Infection Prevention duties.

Education

Master’s degree in Informatics, Business Administration, Public Health, or similar Master’s degree required.

Experience

Database experience, advanced Excel skills and prior healthcare experience preferred. Experience with INEDSS, NHSN, Epic or other hospital EMRs is a plus. Prior experience with JMP, SAS or other data analytic tools are required.

Other Qualifications

Advanced data manipulation skills. Must have good verbal and written communication skills.