Lovelace Westside Hospital

Nurse Abstractor

Responsible for reviewing patient medical records to assure quality standards are achieved and that documentation is within compliance with established regulatory agencies. Identifies opportunities for improvement during point of care record review and/or during data abstraction and facilitates onsite improvements as directed by the Director of Quality Management. Abstracts moderate to complex data elements for Core Measures and enters into required data base(s) in a timely and accurate fashion. Prefer recent cardiac experience in an acute care setting. Will working with cardiology/cardio-thoracic physicians. Requirements: Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. Education may be substituted for relevant nursing experience in accordance to policy. Joint Commission and CMS knowledge preferred. Quality processes and core measures expereience preferred. Ability to analyze and interpret data; ability to organize workflow, function independently and manage own time and work tasks; strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to deal calmly, courteously and efficiently with people. Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency and compile moderately complex reports. Computer skills minimally include data entry abilities, Excel and Word. Current RN license in State of New Mexico

Additional Requirments / Information

Job Capacity:	Employee (full-time)
Minimum Education Level:	See Job Description
Visa Sponsorship:	No
Related Industries:	Nursing

For more than 80 years, we've set new standards of care in New Mexico through revolutionary advances in medicine and surgery. Today, that legacy of accomplishment continues in our commitment to advanced technology and sensitive care. At Lovelace, we believe that each encounter with a patient or healthcare consumer offers an opportunity to make a difference in their health and well-being - and in our reputation for caring, customer service and positive outcomes. We've made investments in technology and programs to meet Albuquerque 's evolving needs. With a network of acute care hospitals serving patients throughout the greater Albuquerque and Rio Rancho metropolitan area, an accredited rehabilitation hospital, 11 neighborhood Lovelace Pharmacies and, through Lovelace Health Plan and Lovelace Insurance Company, more than 7,000 physicians and medical professionals statewide, we're here for you when and where you need us.

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