Clinical Informatics Specialist-Lead- Nurse-ONSITE REQUIRED* in Norfolk, Nebraska at Cherry County Hospital

Location: Cherry County Hospital, Valentine NE (Onsite)

Compensation: Starting $42.14 (based on experience)

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Location: Cherry County Hospital & Clinic – Valentine, NE 69201

Cherry County Hospital & Clinic is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Clinical Informatics Specialist (Lead CIS) to join our team. This leadership role is responsible for guiding the Clinical Informatics team and serving as a key link between healthcare providers and information technology to improve clinical workflows, EHR optimization, and patient care delivery.

• Lead and support the Clinical Informatics team in collaboration with the CIO
• Serve as a primary resource for Electronic Health Record (EHR) operations and optimization
• Improve clinical workflows and support providers in effective use of healthcare technology
• Coordinate EHR onboarding, training, go-lives, and downtime support
• Oversee system configuration, user setup, and application integration within Meditech
• Provide daily helpdesk support and serve as escalation point for complex issues
• Participate in on-call rotation and support after-hours needs as required

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) required
• Minimum 3 years of Meditech experience required
• Clinical Informatics or healthcare IT experience required
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Knowledge of HIPAA and commitment to patient confidentiality

• Opportunity to lead and shape clinical technology in a Critical Access Hospital
• Collaborative environment working with clinical and IT leadership
• Meaningful impact on patient care through technology improvement
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Health Insurance: Co-pay or HSA plan options – 100% employee premium paid
• Dental Insurance: 100% employee premium paid
• Vision Insurance: 100% employee premium paid
• $50,000 Group Life Insurance with AD&D
• Long-Term Disability: 100% employee premium paid
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Optional Supplemental Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• Retirement Plan: 457 Plan with Pre-Tax and Roth contribution options

If you're ready to lead innovation in clinical informatics and support high-quality patient care, apply today and join Cherry County Hospital & Clinic!

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) required
• Minimum of 3 years of Meditech experience required
• Clinical Informatics experience within a healthcare system required
• Advanced education or certifications may be considered equivalent experience
• Must reside within a 30-minute commute of the faculty.