Overview

French Hospital Medical Center located in San Luis Obispo California has been named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac orthopedic and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland Forbes and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education resources and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. To learn more go towww.dignityhealth.org/FrenchHospital.

Responsibilities

In keeping with French Hospital Medical Centers health care philosophy the RN Surgical Services Database Specialist/Auditor provides validation of the quality of the electronic health record collects data for departmental reporting purposes maintains surgeon preference cards and works with Materials Management to ensure the ongoing accuracy of surgery revenue. This position reports to the Director of Surgical Services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

RN -California Registered Nurse licenseBSNFive years clinical RN experience in a peri-operative environment.3 years Operating Room Nursing experience.BLS - CPRACLS within 90 days from date of hire.Ability to develop process for maintenance and upkeep of a computerized Electronic Health Record and Operating Room management
system.Verbal and written communication skills required.Must be proficient on a computer, preferably Windows applications including intermediate Excel skills.

Special Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Strong attention to detail.Ability to work well with people in high-stress situations.Ability to organize work flow and team members tactfully and effectively.Ability to utilize critical thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prefer minimum of two years comparable experience with cardiac medical and/or surgical patients and is familiar with current practices and standards of care.Previous clinical database coordinating experience preferred.MSN preferred.CNOR preferred.