IT Clinical Informatics Associate (LVN)

Description

History

Martin County Hospital District (MCHD) was organized in 1967 and has boundaries coterminous with Martin County, Texas. It is located in the heart of West Texas. Opened in 1949, the hospital was originally located near downtown Stanton. This facility served the community well for many years but was replaced with a state of the art 18 bed facility in 2012. The new facility is located on I20 and has been designated as a Critical Access Hospital. 

Position Summary

The Clinical Informatics Associate is responsible for specific tasks associated with the implementation of clinical application systems within Martin County Hospital District. The Clinical Informatics Associate ensures that the system meets the functional requirements of MCHD and serves as a communication intermediary with other departmental users during development workflows and installation of application software. Using a Nursing perspective, the Clinical Informatics Associate works closely with the Information Technology Department to ensure the clinical user requests are considered during the definition of functional requirements of clinical software applications.     

Requirements

Education

• At least a Licensed Vocational Nurse. LVN/LPN Certification Required

Licenses/ Certificates

• LVN/LPN- Currently licensed to practice nursing in the state of Texas

Experience

• 5 years of experience in clinical setting
• Two (2) years of experience with clinical informatics systems
• Management experience helpful

Physical Requirements

High potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. Personal protective equipment required for at-risk procedures. Exposure to risk in the form of disease, radiation, and disoriented and/or combative patients. May be requested to be on standby and work extended shifts in situations which are considered emergent.

Mission Statement

Committed to excellence, Martin County Hospital District will provide the highest quality, compassionate care to improve the lives of those we serve.

Vision Statement

Martin County Hospital District strives to ensure the availability and viability of patient-centered primary and specialty care in a rural setting.

Martin County Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, strong morals, values, and ethics. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law