Clinical Informatics Trainer

Onsite role Urgent client needs Clinical Informatics Trainer

Clinical Informatics Trainer

Chicago, IL - Onsite

12+ months

Position Purpose

Clinical Information Systems Trainers prepare and deliver effective learning solutions for clinical end users (nurses, unit clerks, nursing assistants, ancillary clinicians and physicians) on subjects related to the Electronic Medical Record system. Training delivery methods include classroom and unit-based instruction, eLearning, web based training and one to one coaching sessions.

Scope and Nature of Work:

This position provides learning services to all clinical areas throughout hospital affiliates and clinics. The trainer works with all end users to improve functionality, introduce new programs, and conduct orientation for new EMR users.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Clinical Information Systems Trainer partners with members of the clinical operations team, Clinical Informatics staff, and information systems personnel to assess the learning needs and develop appropriate learning opportunities to improve utilization and effectiveness of the electronic medical records system.

Develops training materials including tools such as course manuals, eLearning, webcasts, updates and competency assessments appropriate for clinical learning needs.

Analyzes and selects best training method(s) based upon audience, desired change, complexity of material and desired outcomes.

Delivers training to the end users in a classroom or unit environment, or by eLearning, web based training, or one to one coaching sessions.

Develops and maintains training resources including handouts, participant guides, eLearning, webcast and other learning resources as needed. Updates based on feedback, workflow changes and system changes.

Participates in unit and integrated testing including updating of test scripts as needed.

Works with IS to ensure that the training domain is functioning correctly.

Develops competencies and assessments to ensure desired actions and functionality are demonstrated. Updates based on feedback, workflow changes and system changes.

Successfully completes Trainer Curriculum, including courses in training delivery, Instructional Design, training templates, eLearning and Webcasting. Able to apply knowledge to meet training standards.

Creates and maintains procedural guidelines for EMR workflows on respective applications. Ensures procedures match training materials and actual processes/workflows.

Participates in unit and integrated testing including updating of test scripts as needed.

Ensures build is correctly incorporated into all training environments.

Works toward certification requirements as directed by System Director of Clinical Informatics.

Educational requirements:

Bachelor s degree from accredited institution, in Nursing

Coursework in Clinical Informatics, STRONGLY preferred.

Experience requirements:

Minimum 3-5 years Clinical experience as a Nurse, experience in Clinical Capacity in a Hospital and Clinical Informatics