CDQI Nurse Specialist - Part Time - Remote at Datavant Honolulu, HI
We are looking for a Clinical Documentation Quality Improvement (CDQI) Nurse Specialist to work part-time (minimum 15 hours per week) on a remote basis.ResponsibilitiesConduct timely, accurate, and complete documentation reviews for selected inpatient records, addressing inadequate or conflicting documentation.Collaborate with physicians and caregivers to ensure appropriate reimbursement and clinical severity for DRG-based payer patients.Demonstrate understanding of complications, co-morbidities, severity of illness, risk of mortality, case mix index, secondary diagnoses, and procedure impact on DRG.Improve coding specificity by educating physicians and caregivers on the importance of clear documentation throughout a patient's stay.Follow AHA guidelines and coding clinics for accurate coding and required documentation to ensure compliance.Query physicians regarding missing, unclear, or conflicting health record documentation to obtain necessary details.Maintain daily production logs for evaluation, tracking cases reviewed, queries placed/responded, etc.Perform follow-up reviews to confirm recorded points of clarification in the patient's medical record.Ensure confidentiality of all files, documents, and records.Meet or exceed production and quality metrics.Qualifications3+ years of CDI experience.3+ years of clinical experience in an academic medical center.Registered Nurse license and Bachelor's degree in Nursing.CCDS or CDIP certification required.Must pass a CDI skills competency assessment.Must be able to accommodate a minimum of 15 hours per week.PayThe estimated base pay range for this role is $40–$47 per hour.EEO StatementDatavant is committed to a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.Additional InformationThis job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.J-18808-Ljbffr