Registered Nurse, RN Quality Charge Specialist

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The Quality Charge RN Specialist is an important member of the Emergency Department Team.

Responsibilities include:

• Accurately and completely identify all nursing technical and procedural ED charges. Facilitate charge capture for services and care provided for each patient in Emergency Department.
• Accurate and timely review of all Emergency Department (ED) medical records to:
  • identify and process charges
  • analysis of moderate sedation cases for quality assurance
  • ensure all elements of the paper record are collated and sensitive information is managed appropriately
  • analysis of other identified quality improvement data
• Educate nursing staff on proper method to document nursing procedures and medications. This includes training for all new hires and as needed follow-up in collaboration with the manager and director when areas of opportunities are identified.
• Maintains an acceptable level of accuracy and productivity rate for capturing all charges reflected on nursing technical and procedural charge code master form, based on internal and external quality improvement audits
• Understands data collection techniques and demonstrates knowledge regarding statistical data analysis, selects appropriate data collection method for charge capture activities
• Maintains a collaborative relationship and communication with the Health Information Department to assure timely completion of charge capture for the Emergency Department
• Maintains a working knowledge of all coding and reimbursement resources.
• Responds promptly and efficiently to charge capture issues, concerns.
• Assesses problem accounts promptly and notify supervisor as necessary.
• During chart audits, identifies missing or inaccurate information.
• Provides feedback to staff and/or clinical manager and director, as needed.

Hours:
24 hours/week, 3 days/week 8-hour shifts
No weekends or holidays- remote possibility

Qualifications:

• MA RN licenserequired
• Valid BLS
• Emergency Department RN experience

What We Offer:
Not only is Lowell General Hospital an exceptional place to work, offering a culture of recognizing and valuing employees, we provide amazing opportunities for our staff:

• We promote from within whenever possible and want to see staffgrow and advancein their careers
• Clinical mobility tracks and our Clinical Advancement Program help our staff to expand their nursing skills
• We have competitive salaries & benefits, generous tuition reimbursement and 403 (b) retirement plan with company match
• Nurses enjoy shared governance and opportunities to participate in Unit Based Councils
• Free on-campus parking

Magnet Designation:
TheAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center(ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care with our 3rd designation achieved in August 2020. The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations that are dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only 2% of hospitals have attained a 3rdMagnet designation.

What We Offer:
Not only is Lowell General Hospital an exceptional place to work, offering a culture of recognizing and valuing employees, we provide amazing opportunities for our staff:

• Competitive salaries & benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospitalmatch
• Opportunities for growth
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-campus parking

About Lowell General:
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

About Tufts Medicine:
A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being.

Tufts MedicineLowell General Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Employer.